1954 MG Magnett vs. 1956 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1956 Toyota Crown is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 MG Magnett would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 MG Magnett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 MG Magnett (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1956 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 MG Magnett should accelerate faster than 1956 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Toyota Crown weights approximately 155 kg more than 1954 MG Magnett.
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, 1956 Toyota Crown (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 MG Magnett. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
1954 MG Magnett | 1956 Toyota Crown | |
Make | MG | Toyota |
Model | Magnett | Crown |
Year Released | 1954 | 1956 |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2540 mm |