1960 MG Magnett vs. 1995 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1995 Toyota Previa is newer by 35 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 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Previa (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1960 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1960 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Previa weights approximately 475 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.
Because 1960 MG Magnett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 MG Magnett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Previa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 MG Magnett | 1995 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | Magnett | Previa |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
