2008 Honda FR-V vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2008 Honda FR-V is newer by 34 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda FR-V (123 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda FR-V weights approximately 526 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda FR-V (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda FR-V | 1974 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | FR-V | Galant |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2430 mm |
