1956 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1954 MG Magnett
To start off, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford 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 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1954 MG Magnett. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1954 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 435 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 MG Magnett. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1954 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | MG |
| Model | Tickford | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1954 |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2600 mm |
