1961 MG Magnett vs. 1976 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1976 Toyota Crown is newer by 15 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 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Crown (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1961 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1961 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Crown weights approximately 210 kg more than 1961 MG Magnett. 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, 1976 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG Magnett. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 MG Magnett | 1976 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | Magnett | Crown |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |
