1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1958 MG Magnett
To start off, 1972 Fiat 124 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 MG Magnett would be higher. At 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1958 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1958 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 MG Magnett weights approximately 104 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124.
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, 1972 Fiat 124 (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG Magnett. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 1958 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | 124 | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2600 mm |
