2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 27 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 31 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 618 kg more than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Panda | 1979 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | Panda | Galant |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |