1953 Fiat 1400 vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant (74 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1400 | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1400 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
