1996 Fiat Palio vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 10 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 14 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (60 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 135 kg more than 1996 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mitsubishi Galant (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 1986 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Palio | Galant |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
