1987 Fiat 126 vs. 1960 MG Magnett
To start off, 1987 Fiat 126 is newer by 27 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 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 MG Magnett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 MG Magnett (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1987 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 MG Magnett should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 MG Magnett weights approximately 555 kg more than 1987 Fiat 126. 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, 1960 MG Magnett (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 MG Magnett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat 126 | 1960 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | 126 | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2530 mm |
