1977 Fiat 126 vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1980 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 577 kg more than 1977 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 126 | 1980 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 126 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2520 mm |
