1958 MG Magnett vs. 1984 Morgan 4
To start off, 1984 Morgan 4 is newer by 26 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Morgan 4 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1958 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1958 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 MG Magnett weights approximately 275 kg more than 1984 Morgan 4.
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, 1984 Morgan 4 (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG Magnett. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 MG Magnett | 1984 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | MG | Morgan |
| Model | Magnett | 4 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |
