2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 36 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 337 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, 2009 Kia Cee'd (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cee'd | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cee'd | Galant |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
