1965 Ford Anglia vs. 1957 MG Magnett
To start off, 1965 Ford Anglia is newer by 8 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 26 more horse power than 1965 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 MG Magnett should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 MG Magnett weights approximately 363 kg more than 1965 Ford Anglia. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1957 MG Magnett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Anglia | 1957 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Anglia | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2600 mm |
