1959 MG Magnett vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1977 Opel Kadett is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG Magnett would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 MG Magnett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 MG Magnett (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 MG Magnett should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 MG Magnett weights approximately 320 kg more than 1977 Opel Kadett. 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, 1959 MG Magnett (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 MG Magnett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 MG Magnett | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | MG | Opel |
| Model | Magnett | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
