1961 MG Magnett vs. 1964 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1964 Volvo P 1800 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 MG Magnett would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Volvo P 1800 (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1961 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1961 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 MG Magnett weights approximately 50 kg more than 1964 Volvo P 1800.
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, 1964 Volvo P 1800 (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG Magnett. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1964 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 MG Magnett | 1964 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | MG | Volvo |
| Model | Magnett | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
