1971 Toyota Corolla vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mitsubishi Magna (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 555 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Toyota Corolla 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 1971 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Mitsubishi Magna (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Toyota Corolla | 1990 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Corolla | Magna |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
