1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1955 MG Magnett
To start off, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 MG Magnett would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1955 MG Magnett. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1955 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 MG Magnett weights approximately 93 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
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, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (142 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 MG Magnett. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1955 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | MG |
| Model | Giulia | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2600 mm |
