1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1959 MG Magnett
To start off, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG Magnett would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 MG Magnett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1959 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 MG Magnett weights approximately 320 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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, 1959 MG Magnett (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1959 MG Magnett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1959 MG Magnett | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | MG |
Model | Giulietta | Magnett |
Year Released | 1961 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2530 mm |