1980 Audi Sport vs. 1959 MG Magnett
To start off, 1980 Audi Sport 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 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1959 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1959 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 MG Magnett weights approximately 140 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 MG Magnett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1959 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Audi | MG |
| Model | Sport | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |
