2006 Honda Jazz vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,378 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 1167 kg more than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Mitsubishi Galant 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 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Jazz, 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, 2006 Honda Jazz (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Jazz | 1974 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Jazz | Galant |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |
