1957 MG Magnett vs. 1980 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1980 Opel Ascona is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 MG Magnett would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 MG Magnett (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1980 Opel Ascona. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 MG Magnett should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 MG Magnett weights approximately 90 kg more than 1980 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1957 MG Magnett (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Ascona. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1957 MG Magnett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 MG Magnett | 1980 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | MG | Opel |
| Model | Magnett | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
