1960 MG Magnett vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1975 Toyota Corolla is newer by 15 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1960 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1960 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 MG Magnett weights approximately 110 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1960 MG Magnett (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (112 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1960 MG Magnett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 MG Magnett | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | Magnett | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
