2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Magna (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 165 kg more than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. 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, 1995 Mitsubishi Magna (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 1995 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Grande Punto | Magna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
