1957 MG Magnett vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 47 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Toledo (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1957 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1957 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 334 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.
Because 1957 MG Magnett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 MG Magnett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Seat Toledo (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG Magnett. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 MG Magnett | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | MG | Seat |
| Model | Magnett | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |
