1962 Lancia Appia vs. 1957 MG Magnett
To start off, 1962 Lancia Appia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 MG Magnett would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 MG Magnett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 MG Magnett (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 MG Magnett should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 MG Magnett weights approximately 200 kg more than 1962 Lancia Appia. 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, 1957 MG Magnett (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 MG Magnett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Appia | 1957 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Lancia | MG |
| Model | Appia | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2600 mm |
