2009 Hyundai Accent vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Accent | 1976 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Accent | Galant |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
