1980 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1958 MG Magnett
To start off, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 MG Magnett would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1958 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1958 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 480 kg more than 1958 MG Magnett. 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, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG Magnett. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Caprice | 1958 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Chevrolet | MG |
| Model | Caprice | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 3753 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2600 mm |
