1957 MG Magnett vs. 2000 Toyota GT1
To start off, 2000 Toyota GT1 is newer by 43 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota GT1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota GT1 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1957 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota GT1 should accelerate faster than 1957 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 MG Magnett weights approximately 200 kg more than 2000 Toyota GT1.
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, 2000 Toyota GT1 (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG Magnett. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 MG Magnett | 2000 Toyota GT1 | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | Magnett | GT1 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2810 mm |
