2004 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant (144 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 535 kg more than 1974 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Galant | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Galant | Publica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2270 mm |
