1983 Fiat Regata vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat Regata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Regata would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant (81 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Regata. (71 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 270 kg more than 1983 Fiat Regata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Regata. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Regata | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Regata | Galant |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
