1984 Hyundai Stellar vs. 1959 MG Magnett
To start off, 1984 Hyundai Stellar is newer by 25 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 MG Magnett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Hyundai Stellar (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1959 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Hyundai Stellar should accelerate faster than 1959 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 MG Magnett weights approximately 140 kg more than 1984 Hyundai Stellar.
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, 1959 MG Magnett (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 MG Magnett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Hyundai Stellar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Hyundai Stellar | 1959 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Hyundai | MG |
| Model | Stellar | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1439 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
