1957 Ford Consul vs. 1961 MG Magnett
To start off, 1961 MG Magnett is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,701 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 MG Magnett (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 MG Magnett should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 MG Magnett weights approximately 60 kg more than 1957 Ford Consul. 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, 1957 Ford Consul (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG Magnett. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1957 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Consul | 1961 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Consul | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 1701 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
