1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 2,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 235 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Mitsubishi Magna (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1997 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 145 | Magna |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
