1958 MG Magnett vs. 1970 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1970 Volkswagen 411 is newer by 12 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 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volkswagen 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volkswagen 411 (80 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1958 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volkswagen 411 should accelerate faster than 1958 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 MG Magnett weights approximately 68 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 411.
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, 1970 Volkswagen 411 (131 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG Magnett. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Volkswagen 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 MG Magnett | 1970 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | MG | Volkswagen |
| Model | Magnett | 411 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2500 mm |
