1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1957 MG Magnett
To start off, 1984 Ford Sierra is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 MG Magnett would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Sierra (75 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1957 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1957 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 MG Magnett weights approximately 60 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra.
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, 1984 Ford Sierra (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG Magnett. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 1957 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Sierra | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2600 mm |
