1985 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 1960 MG Magnett
To start off, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 is newer by 25 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (346 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1960 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 1960 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 MG Magnett weights approximately 180 kg more than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037.
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, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 | 1960 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Abarth | MG |
| Model | Lancia 037 | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
