2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP) has 168 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 125 kg more than 1973 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (307 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Santa Fe | Galant |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
