2009 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1967 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Galant (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1967 Toyota Crown. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1967 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 285 kg more than 1967 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Toyota Crown 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 1967 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1967 Toyota Crown (172 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mitsubishi Galant | 1967 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Galant | Crown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
