1968 Fiat 600 vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1972 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,378 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mitsubishi Galant (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat 600 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1972 Mitsubishi Galant.
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, 1972 Mitsubishi Galant (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 600 | 1972 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | 600 | Galant |
Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 1378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2310 mm |