1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 560 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
Because 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo 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 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (306 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1998 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Navajo | Magna |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
