1960 Abarth 600 vs. 1959 MG Magnett
To start off, 1960 Abarth 600 is newer by 1 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, 1959 MG Magnett (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 MG Magnett should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 MG Magnett weights approximately 555 kg more than 1960 Abarth 600. 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, 1959 MG Magnett (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 MG Magnett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 600 | 1959 MG Magnett | |
Make | Abarth | MG |
Model | 600 | Magnett |
Year Released | 1960 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 745 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |