1974 Fiat 131 vs. 1969 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1974 Fiat 131 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,376 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mitsubishi Galant (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 131 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1969 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, 1969 Mitsubishi Galant (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 131 | 1969 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 131 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2310 mm |
