2003 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1963 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,349 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Galant (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 285 kg more than 1963 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Mitsubishi Galant (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mitsubishi Galant | 1963 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Galant | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2349 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2540 mm |
