1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mitsubishi Galant (74 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (64 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 70 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Mitsubishi Galant (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 1987 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1300 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
