1982 Avanti Avanti vs. 1959 MG Magnett
To start off, 1982 Avanti Avanti is newer by 23 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Avanti Avanti (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1959 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1959 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 400 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.
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, 1982 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1982 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Avanti Avanti | 1959 MG Magnett | |
Make | Avanti | MG |
Model | Avanti | Magnett |
Year Released | 1982 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2530 mm |