1957 MG MGA vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2001 Opel Corsa is newer by 44 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 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 MG MGA (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Corsa weights approximately 120 kg more than 1957 MG MGA.
Because 1957 MG MGA 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 1957 MG MGA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Opel Corsa, 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, 2001 Opel Corsa (130 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 MG MGA | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | MG | Opel |
| Model | MGA | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1684 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2500 mm |
