2006 Hyundai Getz vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Getz is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Getz. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 22 kg more than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Hyundai Getz (215 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Getz | 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Getz | Galant |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
