1962 Fiat Berline vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 250 kg more than 1962 Fiat Berline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Fiat Berline 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 1962 Fiat Berline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat Berline | 2004 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Berline | Galant |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
