1969 Ford Capri vs. 1961 MG Magnett
To start off, 1969 Ford Capri is newer by 8 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1961 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1961 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 MG Magnett weights approximately 165 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri.
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 Ford Capri (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG Magnett. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 1961 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Capri | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2530 mm |
