2008 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 30 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, 2008 Chevrolet Aveo (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 43 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Aveo | 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Aveo | Galant |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2520 mm |
