2008 Hyundai Getz vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Getz is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Getz (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 65 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Getz.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Getz. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Getz | 1981 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Getz | Galant |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
