1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 7 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, 1981 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 220 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1981 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Fiat Tipo | 1981 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | Tipo | Galant |
Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |