1968 Fiat 2300 vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat 2300 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1973 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, 1968 Fiat 2300 (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 2300 | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | 2300 | Galant |
Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1000 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 |