1973 Fiat 132 vs. 1957 MG Magnett
To start off, 1973 Fiat 132 is newer by 16 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 1,754 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 132 (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1957 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1957 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 MG Magnett weights approximately 5 kg more than 1973 Fiat 132.
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, 1973 Fiat 132 (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG Magnett. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 132 | 1957 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | 132 | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2600 mm |
