1961 MG Magnett vs. 1984 Tatra T613
To start off, 1984 Tatra T613 is newer by 23 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 3,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1961 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1961 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Tatra T613 weights approximately 550 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, 1984 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG Magnett. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1984 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 MG Magnett | 1984 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | MG | Tatra |
| Model | Magnett | T613 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2990 mm |
