1996 Fiat Tempra vs. 1955 MG Magnett
To start off, 1996 Fiat Tempra is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 MG Magnett would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 MG Magnett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Tempra (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1955 MG Magnett. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1955 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 MG Magnett weights approximately 65 kg more than 1996 Fiat Tempra.
Because 1955 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 1955 MG Magnett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Tempra, 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, 1996 Fiat Tempra (111 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 MG Magnett. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Tempra | 1955 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | Tempra | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2600 mm |
