2009 Ford Fiesta vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fiesta (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 64 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Fiesta (128 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fiesta | 1986 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Fiesta | Galant |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
