1957 MG Magnett vs. 1957 Opel Kapitan
To start off, both 1957 MG Magnett and 1957 Opel Kapitan were released in the same year (1957). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,473 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Opel Kapitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Opel Kapitan (74 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1957 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Opel Kapitan should accelerate faster than 1957 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Opel Kapitan weights approximately 115 kg more than 1957 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 MG Magnett | 1957 Opel Kapitan | |
| Make | MG | Opel |
| Model | Magnett | Kapitan |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
