1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1960 MG Magnett
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 MG Magnett would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 MG Magnett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 MG Magnett (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 MG Magnett should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 MG Magnett weights approximately 350 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. 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, 1960 MG Magnett (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1960 MG Magnett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 1960 MG Magnett | |
Make | Daihatsu | MG |
Model | Charmant | Magnett |
Year Released | 1979 | 1960 |
Engine Size | 1164 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2530 mm |