2007 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant (230 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 645 kg more than 1973 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Galant | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Galant | Publica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |
