1961 MG Magnett vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 49 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 2,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Escape (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1961 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1961 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 1763 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, 2010 Ford Escape (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG Magnett. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 MG Magnett | 2010 Ford Escape | |
| Make | MG | Ford |
| Model | Magnett | Escape |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3505 mm |
