1990 Mazda 929 vs. 1957 MG Magnett
To start off, 1990 Mazda 929 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda 929 (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1957 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1957 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda 929 weights approximately 245 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 Mazda 929 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG Magnett. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mazda 929 | 1957 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Mazda | MG |
| Model | 929 | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2600 mm |
