1960 MG Magnett vs. 1999 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 39 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1960 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1960 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 MG Magnett weights approximately 220 kg more than 1999 Morgan Plus 4.
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, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 MG Magnett | 1999 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | MG | Morgan |
| Model | Magnett | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |
