1996 Fiat Duna vs. 1977 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1996 Fiat Duna is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 285 kg more than 1996 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Duna. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Duna | 1977 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Duna | Galant |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
