2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant (81 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 205 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. 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 Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Panda | Galant |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
