2008 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Galant (258 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2011 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 411 kg more than 2011 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Galant (350 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Galant | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Fiat |
| Model | Galant | 500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 35 L |
