1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Magna. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 735 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe.
Because 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe 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 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Magna (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe | 2002 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Coupe | Magna |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |
