1975 Ford Cortina vs. 1957 MG Magnett
To start off, 1975 Ford Cortina is newer by 18 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 MG Magnett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 MG Magnett (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1975 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 MG Magnett should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 MG Magnett weights approximately 155 kg more than 1975 Ford Cortina. 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, 1957 MG Magnett (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 MG Magnett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Cortina | 1957 MG Magnett | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | Cortina | Magnett |
Year Released | 1975 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2600 mm |