1980 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1957 MG Magnett
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 23 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1957 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1957 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 MG Magnett weights approximately 100 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG Magnett. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1957 MG Magnett | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | MG |
Model | Spider | Magnett |
Year Released | 1980 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2600 mm |