1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 530 kg more than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna, 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1998 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Giulietta | Magna |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |
