1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1960 MG Magnett
To start off, 1968 Fiat 850 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 MG Magnett would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 MG Magnett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 MG Magnett (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 MG Magnett should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 MG Magnett weights approximately 414 kg more than 1968 Fiat 850. 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, 1960 MG Magnett (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1960 MG Magnett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 1960 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | 850 | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |
