1954 MG Magnett vs. 2007 Morgan 44
To start off, 2007 Morgan 44 is newer by 53 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Morgan 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Morgan 44 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1954 MG Magnett. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Morgan 44 should accelerate faster than 1954 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 MG Magnett weights approximately 115 kg more than 2007 Morgan 44.
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, 2007 Morgan 44 (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 MG Magnett. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Morgan 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 MG Magnett | 2007 Morgan 44 | |
| Make | MG | Morgan |
| Model | Magnett | 44 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |
