1957 MG Magnett vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 50 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1957 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1957 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 350 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG Magnett. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 MG Magnett | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | MG | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Magnett | Colt |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2960 mm |
