2009 Fiat 500 vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 25 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 7 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat 500 | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 500 | Galant |
| Year Released | 2009 | 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 | 74 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
