1997 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 1971 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corona 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 65 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corona. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 465 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Toyota Corona 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 1971 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Mitsubishi Magna (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corona. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mitsubishi Magna | 1971 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Magna | Corona |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2349 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
