1988 Honda Shuttle vs. 1960 MG Magnett
To start off, 1988 Honda Shuttle is newer by 28 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, 1988 Honda Shuttle (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1960 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1960 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 MG Magnett weights approximately 200 kg more than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Because 1960 MG Magnett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 MG Magnett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1960 MG Magnett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Shuttle | 1960 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Honda | MG |
| Model | Shuttle | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
