1969 Fiat 500 vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 655 kg more than 1969 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, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 500 | 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 500 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2520 mm |
