1954 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1959 MG Magnett
To start off, 1959 MG Magnett is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Lancia Aurelia (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1959 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1959 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 MG Magnett weights approximately 7 kg more than 1954 Lancia Aurelia.
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 Lancia Aurelia (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1954 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Lancia Aurelia | 1959 MG Magnett | |
Make | Lancia | MG |
Model | Aurelia | Magnett |
Year Released | 1954 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |