1972 Fiat 125 vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (81 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 180 kg more than 1972 Fiat 125.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 125 | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 125 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
