1968 Fiat 500 vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1986 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mitsubishi Galant (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 520 kg more than 1968 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, 1986 Mitsubishi Galant (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 500 | 1986 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 500 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2610 mm |
