2005 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1969 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant (159 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 940 kg more than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Toyota Sport 800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Toyota Sport 800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mitsubishi Galant (220 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Galant | 1969 Toyota Sport 800 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Galant | Sport 800 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 788 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 67 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 75 L |