2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 295 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 1979 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | Punto | Galant |
Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |