1959 MG Magnett vs. 1986 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 1986 Nissan Leopard is newer by 27 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Leopard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Leopard (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1959 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Leopard should accelerate faster than 1959 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 MG Magnett weights approximately 35 kg more than 1986 Nissan Leopard.
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, 1986 Nissan Leopard (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Leopard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 MG Magnett | 1986 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | MG | Nissan |
| Model | Magnett | Leopard |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |
