1977 Fiat 133 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant (230 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 710 kg more than 1977 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 133 | 2007 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 133 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2760 mm |
