1959 MG Magnett vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 48 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 2,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1959 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1959 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1135 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 2007 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 MG Magnett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Nissan Patrol (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 MG Magnett | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | MG | Nissan |
| Model | Magnett | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2400 mm |
