2009 Fiat Doblo vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Fiat Doblo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,376 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 561 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 1973 Mitsubishi Galant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Doblo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Fiat Doblo (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Doblo | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Doblo | Galant |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2310 mm |
