1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 485 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | Seicento | Galant |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2640 mm |