1998 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2012 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2012 Fiat Strada is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Galant (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Strada. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Strada.
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, 2012 Fiat Strada (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Galant | 2012 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Fiat |
| Model | Galant | Strada |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2718 mm |
