1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Magna (112 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 330 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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, 1988 Mitsubishi Magna (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1988 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Alfasud | Magna |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2600 mm |
