1955 Fiat 1100 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 415 kg more than 1955 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Fiat 1100 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 1955 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 1100 | 1996 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1100 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2640 mm |
