1981 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto (118 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 100 kg more than 1981 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 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 1981 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mitsubishi Galant | 2010 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Fiat |
| Model | Galant | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1265 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 |
