1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1958 MG Magnett
To start off, both 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 and 1958 MG Magnett were released in the same year (1958). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1958 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1958 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 MG Magnett weights approximately 150 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900.
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:
1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1958 MG Magnett | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | MG |
Model | 1900 | Magnett |
Year Released | 1958 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |