2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1959 MG Magnett
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 49 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 MG Magnett is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 MG Magnett weights approximately 180 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Because 1959 MG Magnett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 MG Magnett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Honda Jazz (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 1959 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Honda | MG |
| Model | Jazz | Magnett |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
