1973 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Panda weights approximately 10 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Fiat Panda (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Fiat |
| Model | Galant | Panda |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2310 mm |
