1958 MG MGA vs. 1990 Opel Senator
To start off, 1990 Opel Senator is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 MG MGA would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Senator (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1958 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1958 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Senator weights approximately 670 kg more than 1958 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, 1990 Opel Senator (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1958 MG MGA | 1990 Opel Senator | |
Make | MG | Opel |
Model | MGA | Senator |
Year Released | 1958 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2740 mm |