1961 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1972 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Cabriolet (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Galant. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Cabriolet weights approximately 141 kg more than 1972 Mitsubishi Galant. 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, 1961 Fiat Cabriolet (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Galant. (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Cabriolet | 1972 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cabriolet | Galant |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2310 mm |
