1959 Austin-Healey 3000 vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1991 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 would be higher. At 2,911 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1991 Mitsubishi Magna. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 195 kg more than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000.
Because 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 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 Austin-Healey 3000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 (237 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Magna. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | 1991 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 3000 | Magna |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2911 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1143 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2730 mm |
