2001 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 95 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
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, 2001 Mitsubishi Magna (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Magna | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Magna | 146 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
