1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 1961 MG Magnett
To start off, 1968 Dodge Coronet is newer by 7 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 3,690 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Coronet (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1961 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 1961 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 220 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, 1968 Dodge Coronet (293 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG Magnett. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Coronet | 1961 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Dodge | MG |
| Model | Coronet | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2530 mm |
