1963 Fiat 500 vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1981 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 625 kg more than 1963 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat 500 | 1981 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | 500 | Galant |
Year Released | 1963 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2520 mm |