2006 Honda Civic vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 33 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, 2006 Honda Civic (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Civic | Galant |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1802 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
