1996 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1957 MG Magnett
To start off, 1996 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 39 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 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1957 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1957 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 350 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.
Because 1996 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 MG Magnett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Step Wagon will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG Magnett. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Step Wagon | 1957 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Honda | MG |
| Model | Step Wagon | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 1972 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2600 mm |
