1958 Fiat 1400 vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1973 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1400 | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1400 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
