1958 MG MGA vs. 2001 Opel Frogster
To start off, 2001 Opel Frogster is newer by 43 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 MG MGA (107 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2001 Opel Frogster. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Frogster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Frogster weights approximately 398 kg more than 1958 MG MGA.
Because 1958 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 1958 MG MGA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Opel Frogster, 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, 1958 MG MGA (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Frogster. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1958 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Frogster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 MG MGA | 2001 Opel Frogster | |
| Make | MG | Opel |
| Model | MGA | Frogster |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |
