1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 65 kg more than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 1980 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | Palio | Galant |
Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2520 mm |