1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1960 MG Magnett
To start off, 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 is newer by 9 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1960 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 should accelerate faster than 1960 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 MG Magnett weights approximately 60 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750.
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, 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 1960 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | MG |
| Model | 1750 | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
