1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1955 MG Magnett
To start off, 1955 MG Magnett is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1955 MG Magnett. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1955 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 90 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1955 MG Magnett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1954 Austin A 90 (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 MG Magnett. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 90 | 1955 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Austin | MG |
| Model | A 90 | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2600 mm |
