1990 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1958 MG Magnett
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 MG Magnett would be higher. At 1,566 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1958 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1958 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 MG Magnett weights approximately 40 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75.
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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG Magnett. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1958 MG Magnett | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | MG |
Model | 75 | Magnett |
Year Released | 1990 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 1566 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2600 mm |