1961 MG Magnett vs. 1998 Venturi 400
To start off, 1998 Venturi 400 is newer by 37 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Venturi 400 (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1961 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1961 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Venturi 400 weights approximately 10 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, 1998 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG Magnett. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 MG Magnett | 1998 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | MG | Venturi |
| Model | Magnett | 400 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |
