2005 Honda Civic vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 80 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Civic | Galant |
Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2430 mm |