1959 MG Magnett vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 52 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1959 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1959 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 MG Magnett weights approximately 198 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige.
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, 2011 Lotus Exige (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 MG Magnett | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | MG | Lotus |
| Model | Magnett | Exige |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2299 mm |
