2000 Caterham 21 vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 625 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Caterham 21 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 1979 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Caterham | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 21 | Galant |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2520 mm |
