MG Magnette MK III

Rare MG Magnette Estate

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MG Magnette MK III - key facts

MG Magnette MK III Specifications
From	1959
Until	1961
Bodywork
Dimensions
Length	14ft 9in	4.52m
Width	5ft 31/2in	1.61m
Kerb Weight	2507lb/1.119ton	1137kg
Engine
Engine displacement	1489cc	91cu in
Cylinders	4
Cylinder Layout	Inline
Valve operation	Overhead valve
Power Output	64bhp @ 5400rpm	63PS @ 5400rpm
Specific Output	43bhp/litre	0.7bhp/cu in
Torque Output	85lbft @ 3300rpm	115Nm @ 3300rpm
Specific Torque	77Nm/litre
Fuel Type	Petrol
Fuel system	Twin Carburettor
Carburettor make	SU
Performance
Power to weight	57bhp/ton
Acceleration 0-50mph	13.5 seconds
Acceleration 0-60mph	20.6 seconds
Standing Qtr mile	21.9 seconds
Top speed	84mph	135km/h
Fuel consumption	31.4mpg	13km/l
Chassis
Engine location	Front
Engine alignment	Longitudinal
Driven wheels	Rear
Front Suspension	Independent Coil Spring
Rear Suspension	Beam axle half eliptic leaf
Brakes	Drums front and rear
Gearbox type	4 speed Manual
Number of gears	4