1972 Ford Escort vs. 1959 MG Magnett
To start off, 1972 Ford Escort is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG Magnett would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Escort (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1959 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1959 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 MG Magnett weights approximately 240 kg more than 1972 Ford Escort.
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 Ford Escort (146 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Escort | 1959 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Escort | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2530 mm |
