1983 Honda Quintet vs. 1954 MG Magnett
To start off, 1983 Honda Quintet is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 MG Magnett would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Honda Quintet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Honda Quintet (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1954 MG Magnett. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Honda Quintet should accelerate faster than 1954 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 MG Magnett weights approximately 115 kg more than 1983 Honda Quintet.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Honda Quintet (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 MG Magnett. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Honda Quintet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Quintet | 1954 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Honda | MG |
| Model | Quintet | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1954 |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2600 mm |
