1984 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (81 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 36 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Fiat |
| Model | Galant | 500 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2301 mm |
