1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1954 MG Magnett
To start off, 1961 Abarth 700 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 MG Magnett would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 MG Magnett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 MG Magnett (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 MG Magnett should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 MG Magnett weights approximately 525 kg more than 1961 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1954 MG Magnett (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (61 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1954 MG Magnett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 1954 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Abarth | MG |
| Model | 700 | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1954 |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2600 mm |
