1957 Fiat 1100 vs. 1969 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1969 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,376 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mitsubishi Galant (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 20 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1969 Mitsubishi Galant (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1969 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 1100 | 1969 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | 1100 | Galant |
Year Released | 1957 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2310 mm |