1946 Citroen 15 vs. 1954 MG Magnett
To start off, 1954 MG Magnett is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1946 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1954 MG Magnett. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1954 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Citroen 15 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1954 MG Magnett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 MG Magnett 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 1954 MG Magnett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1946 Citroen 15, 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, 1946 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 MG Magnett. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1946 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Citroen 15 | 1954 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Citroen | MG |
| Model | 15 | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1954 |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2600 mm |
