1968 Ford Escort vs. 1961 MG Magnett
To start off, 1968 Ford Escort 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 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 7 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 MG Magnett should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 MG Magnett weights approximately 335 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 MG Magnett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1961 MG Magnett | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | Escort | Magnett |
Year Released | 1968 | 1961 |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |