1970 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1955 MG Magnett
To start off, 1970 Chevrolet Vega is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 MG Magnett would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Vega (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1955 MG Magnett. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Vega should accelerate faster than 1955 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 MG Magnett weights approximately 90 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Vega.
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, 1970 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 MG Magnett. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 MG Magnett. 1970 Chevrolet Vega has automatic transmission and 1955 MG Magnett has manual transmission. 1955 MG Magnett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Chevrolet Vega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Vega | 1955 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Chevrolet | MG |
| Model | Vega | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2600 mm |
