1980 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1960 MG Magnett
To start off, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 MG Magnett would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1960 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1960 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 580 kg more than 1960 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 (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Caprice | 1960 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Chevrolet | MG |
| Model | Caprice | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
