1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 354 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1994 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | GT | Magna |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |
