1986 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mitsubishi Galant (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 25 kg more than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mitsubishi Galant (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mitsubishi Galant | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Skoda |
| Model | Galant | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
