2007 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1963 Seat 1400
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Seat 1400 would be higher. At 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1963 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 335 kg more than 1963 Seat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Seat 1400. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 1963 Seat 1400 has manual transmission. 1963 Seat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mitsubishi Galant | 1963 Seat 1400 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
Model | Galant | 1400 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2378 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |