2001 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1972 Seat 124
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Galant (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1972 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 440 kg more than 1972 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Mitsubishi Galant (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Galant | 1972 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Galant | 124 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2430 mm |
