2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1960 MG Magnett
To start off, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 MG Magnett would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata (158 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1960 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1960 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 MG Magnett weights approximately 11 kg more than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata (189 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1960 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Mazda | MG |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Magnett |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2530 mm |
