1960 MG Magnett vs. 1997 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1997 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 37 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 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 MG Magnett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Reliant Scimitar (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1960 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1960 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 MG Magnett weights approximately 247 kg more than 1997 Reliant Scimitar.
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, 1997 Reliant Scimitar (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1997 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 MG Magnett | 1997 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | MG | Reliant |
| Model | Magnett | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2140 mm |
