1975 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Fulvia. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 455 kg more than 1975 Lancia Fulvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Fulvia | 1999 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Fulvia | Magna |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2730 mm |
