1978 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 65 kg more than 1978 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, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | 2010 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Fiat |
| Model | Galant | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
