1971 Fiat Dino vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat Dino (177 HP) has 103 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat Dino weights approximately 460 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, 1971 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat Dino | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Dino | Galant |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2430 mm |
