1956 Fiat 1100 vs. 1975 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1975 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mitsubishi Galant (74 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 92 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mitsubishi Galant (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1975 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1100 | 1975 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1100 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2430 mm |
