1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1975 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1975 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 2300 (136 HP) has 62 more horse power than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 324 kg more than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Fiat 2300 (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 1975 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 2300 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
