1960 MG Magnett vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 51 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1960 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1960 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 315 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 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 MG Magnett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 MG Magnett | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | MG | Subaru |
| Model | Magnett | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2624 mm |
