1988 Lotus Esprit vs. 1954 MG Magnett
To start off, 1988 Lotus Esprit is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 MG Magnett would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1954 MG Magnett. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1954 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 81 kg more than 1954 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 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 MG Magnett. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lotus Esprit | 1954 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Lotus | MG |
| Model | Esprit | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1954 |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2600 mm |
