1958 MG Magnett vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 41 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1958 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1958 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 410 kg more than 1958 MG Magnett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 MG Magnett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Subaru Legacy (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG Magnett. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 MG Magnett | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | MG | Subaru |
| Model | Magnett | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
