1975 Ford Escort vs. 1957 MG Magnett
To start off, 1975 Ford Escort 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 18 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 MG Magnett should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 MG Magnett weights approximately 225 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1957 MG Magnett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 1957 MG Magnett | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | Escort | Magnett |
Year Released | 1975 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |