2008 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1959 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Galant (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 560 kg more than 1959 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Toyota Corona 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 1959 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Galant, 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 Mitsubishi Galant (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Corona. 2008 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 1959 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1959 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mitsubishi Galant will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Galant | 1959 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Galant | Corona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2378 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 75 L |
