1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 1958 MG Magnett
To start off, 1958 MG Magnett is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,900 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 MG Magnett (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 MG Magnett should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1958 MG Magnett.
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, 1956 Fiat 1400 (134 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG Magnett. (113 Nm). This means 1956 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1400 | 1958 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | 1400 | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
