2005 Fiat Albea vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2005 Fiat Albea is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,378 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mitsubishi Galant (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Albea. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Albea weights approximately 190 kg more than 1972 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 1972 Mitsubishi Galant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Mitsubishi Galant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Albea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Mitsubishi Galant (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Albea. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Albea | 1972 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | Albea | Galant |
Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2310 mm |