1959 MG Magnett vs. 1998 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 1998 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 39 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 2,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Grand Espace (114 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1959 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1959 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 530 kg more than 1959 MG Magnett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 MG Magnett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 MG Magnett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Renault Grand Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Renault Grand Espace (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 MG Magnett | 1998 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | MG | Renault |
| Model | Magnett | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2880 mm |
