1958 MG Magnett vs. 1965 Moretti 850
To start off, 1965 Moretti 850 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 MG Magnett would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 MG Magnett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 MG Magnett (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1965 Moretti 850. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 MG Magnett should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 MG Magnett weights approximately 400 kg more than 1965 Moretti 850. 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, 1958 MG Magnett (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti 850. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1958 MG Magnett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 MG Magnett | 1965 Moretti 850 | |
| Make | MG | Moretti |
| Model | Magnett | 850 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2040 mm |
