1960 Fiat 600 vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi Galant (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 380 kg more than 1960 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Fiat 600 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 1960 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Mitsubishi Galant (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 600 | 1997 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 600 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2640 mm |
