2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mitsubishi Galant (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 125 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mitsubishi Galant (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1986 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Palio | Galant |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
