1954 MG Magnett vs. 1971 Morris Marina
To start off, 1971 Morris Marina is newer by 17 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Morris Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Morris Marina (83 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1954 MG Magnett. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Morris Marina should accelerate faster than 1954 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 MG Magnett weights approximately 170 kg more than 1971 Morris Marina.
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, 1971 Morris Marina (134 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 MG Magnett. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Morris Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 MG Magnett | 1971 Morris Marina | |
| Make | MG | Morris |
| Model | Magnett | Marina |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2440 mm |
