1959 MG Magnett vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 46 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1959 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1959 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 50 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 MG Magnett | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | Magnett | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
