1959 MG Magnett vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1959 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1959 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 310 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 MG Magnett | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | Magnett | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3090 mm |
