1959 MG Magnett vs. 1964 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1964 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG Magnett would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 MG Magnett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 MG Magnett (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 MG Magnett should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 MG Magnett weights approximately 435 kg more than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. 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, 1959 MG Magnett (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. (91 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 MG Magnett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 MG Magnett | 1964 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | MG | Triumph |
| Model | Magnett | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2110 mm |
