1974 Fiat 130 vs. 1958 MG Magnett
To start off, 1974 Fiat 130 is newer by 16 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1958 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1958 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1958 MG Magnett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Fiat 130 (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG Magnett. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 130 | 1958 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | 130 | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |
