1960 MG Magnett vs. 1973 Toyota Century
To start off, 1973 Toyota Century is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 MG Magnett would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Century (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1960 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1960 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Century weights approximately 560 kg more than 1960 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, 1973 Toyota Century (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 MG Magnett | 1973 Toyota Century | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | Magnett | Century |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2870 mm |
