1996 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 455 kg more than 1973 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Galant | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Galant | Publica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2270 mm |
