1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1976 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 260 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1200 | 1976 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1200 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
