1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Magna. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 465 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle.
Because 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle 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 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle | 1990 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Eagle | Magna |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
