1979 Ford Capri vs. 1957 MG Magnett
To start off, 1979 Ford Capri is newer by 22 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 10 more horse power than 1979 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 MG Magnett should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 MG Magnett weights approximately 110 kg more than 1979 Ford Capri. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 MG Magnett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Capri | 1957 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Capri | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2600 mm |
