1972 Fiat 130 vs. 1957 MG Magnett
To start off, 1972 Fiat 130 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 MG Magnett would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1957 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1957 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 472 kg more than 1957 MG Magnett. 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, 1972 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG Magnett. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 130 | 1957 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | 130 | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |
