1957 MG MGA vs. 1979 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1979 Opel Ascona is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 MG MGA would be higher. At 2,408 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Opel Ascona (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1957 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1957 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Opel Ascona weights approximately 182 kg more than 1957 MG MGA. 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, 1979 Opel Ascona (210 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 MG MGA | 1979 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | MG | Opel |
| Model | MGA | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2520 mm |
