1979 Lada 1200 vs. 1954 MG Magnett
To start off, 1979 Lada 1200 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 MG Magnett would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 MG Magnett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lada 1200 (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1954 MG Magnett. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lada 1200 should accelerate faster than 1954 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 MG Magnett weights approximately 150 kg more than 1979 Lada 1200.
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, 1954 MG Magnett (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1954 MG Magnett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lada 1200 | 1954 MG Magnett | |
Make | Lada | MG |
Model | 1200 | Magnett |
Year Released | 1979 | 1954 |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2600 mm |