1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,378 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mitsubishi Galant (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (57 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 10 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Mitsubishi Galant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Mitsubishi Galant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mitsubishi Galant (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1971 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Uno | Galant |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1114 cc | 1378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2310 mm |
