1990 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1957 MG Magnett
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ is newer by 33 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 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1957 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1957 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ weights approximately 160 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG Magnett. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1957 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | MG |
| Model | SZ | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2600 mm |
