1988 Avanti Avanti vs. 1957 MG Magnett
To start off, 1988 Avanti Avanti is newer by 31 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1957 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1957 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 600 kg more than 1957 MG Magnett. 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, 1988 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG Magnett. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Avanti Avanti | 1957 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Avanti | MG |
| Model | Avanti | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2600 mm |
