2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,378 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Galant. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Jazz weights approximately 223 kg more than 1971 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Mitsubishi Galant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Mitsubishi Galant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Honda Jazz (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Galant. (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Jazz | 1971 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Jazz | Galant |
Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1338 cc | 1378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |