1954 MG Magnett vs. 1999 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Korando is newer by 45 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1954 MG Magnett. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1954 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 735 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 1999 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 MG Magnett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 MG Magnett. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 MG Magnett | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | MG | SsangYong |
| Model | Magnett | Korando |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2490 mm |
