1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Magna (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 450 kg more than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Mitsubishi Magna (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 1988 Mitsubishi Magna has automatic transmission and 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Mitsubishi Magna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1988 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Giulietta | Magna |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2600 mm |
