1997 Ford Ka vs. 1977 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1997 Ford Ka is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1997 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 290 kg more than 1997 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Ka | 1977 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ka | Galant |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
