1994 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2010 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i20 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 109 kg more than 2010 Hyundai i20. 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, 2010 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mitsubishi Magna. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mitsubishi Magna | 2010 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Hyundai |
| Model | Magna | i20 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1226 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2525 mm |
