1955 MG Magnett vs. 1993 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 MG Magnett would be higher. At 3,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton (355 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1955 MG Magnett. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1955 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 505 kg more than 1955 MG Magnett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton (532 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 MG Magnett. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 MG Magnett | 1993 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | MG | Vauxhall |
| Model | Magnett | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 532 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2740 mm |
