1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1959 MG Magnett
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG Magnett would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1959 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1959 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 70 kg more than 1959 MG Magnett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1959 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | MG |
| Model | GTV | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
