2007 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto (89 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 175 kg more than 1985 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, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Grande Punto | 1985 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Grande Punto | Galant |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
