2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda HR-V (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Galant. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 484 kg more than 1972 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Honda HR-V (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Galant. (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 1972 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | HR-V | Galant |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |
