2007 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi Magna (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna.
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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1997 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 166 | Magna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
