1961 MG Magnett vs. 1983 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 504 is newer by 22 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 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Peugeot 504 (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1961 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1961 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 120 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, 1983 Peugeot 504 (134 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG Magnett. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 MG Magnett | 1983 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | MG | Peugeot |
| Model | Magnett | 504 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |
