1997 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1957 MG Magnett
To start off, 1997 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 40 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 2,463 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1957 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1957 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 280 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, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG Magnett. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Jeep Cherokee | 1957 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Jeep | MG |
| Model | Cherokee | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 2463 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2600 mm |
