1975 Fiat 130 vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1998 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, 1975 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 130 | 1998 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 130 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
