1959 MG Magnett vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 40 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1959 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1959 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 528 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.
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, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 MG Magnett | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | MG | Vauxhall |
| Model | Magnett | Omega |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2740 mm |
