1965 Ford Cortina vs. 1961 MG Magnett
To start off, 1965 Ford Cortina is newer by 4 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 MG Magnett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 MG Magnett (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1965 Ford Cortina. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 MG Magnett should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 MG Magnett weights approximately 305 kg more than 1965 Ford Cortina. 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, 1961 MG Magnett (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1961 MG Magnett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Cortina | 1961 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Cortina | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
