2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1961 MG Magnett
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 MG Magnett would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1961 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1961 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1568 kg more than 1961 MG Magnett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 MG Magnett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG Magnett. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Freelander | 1961 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Land Rover | MG |
| Model | Freelander | Magnett |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1489 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 | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
