2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 1959 MG Magnett
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 48 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1959 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1959 MG Magnett.
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, 2007 Dodge Nitro (360 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Nitro | 1959 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Dodge | MG |
| Model | Nitro | Magnett |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
