1957 MG Magnett vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1975 Plymouth Volare is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 MG Magnett would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Plymouth Volare (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1957 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1957 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 442 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. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Plymouth Volare (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG Magnett. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 MG Magnett | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | MG | Plymouth |
| Model | Magnett | Volare |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2870 mm |
