1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant (74 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 210 kg more than 1998 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Seicento | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Seicento | Galant |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 899 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2430 mm |
