1958 MG Magnett vs. 1967 MG MGB
To start off, 1967 MG MGB is newer by 9 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 MG MGB (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1958 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1958 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 MG Magnett weights approximately 218 kg more than 1967 MG MGB.
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, 1967 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG Magnett. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 MG Magnett | 1967 MG MGB | |
| Make | MG | MG |
| Model | Magnett | MGB |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2320 mm |
