2004 Lotus Elise vs. 1959 MG Magnett
To start off, 2004 Lotus Elise is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG Magnett would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1959 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1959 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 MG Magnett weights approximately 390 kg more than 2004 Lotus Elise.
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, 2004 Lotus Elise (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lotus Elise | 1959 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Lotus | MG |
| Model | Elise | Magnett |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |
