2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 28 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 298 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mondeo | Galant |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |
