1959 MG Magnett vs. 1997 Morgan 4
To start off, 1997 Morgan 4 is newer by 38 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1959 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1959 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 MG Magnett weights approximately 170 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Morgan 4 (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1997 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
1959 MG Magnett | 1997 Morgan 4 | |
Make | MG | Morgan |
Model | Magnett | 4 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2450 mm |