2006 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,177 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Ulysse (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 618 kg more than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ulysse (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Ulysse | 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ulysse | Galant |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2177 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
