1999 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2010 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 365 kg more than 2010 Fiat 500. 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi Galant | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Fiat |
| Model | Galant | 500 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2349 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2310 mm |
