1959 MG Magnett vs. 1986 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1986 Opel Kadett is newer by 27 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Kadett (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1959 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1959 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 MG Magnett weights approximately 95 kg more than 1986 Opel Kadett.
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, 1986 Opel Kadett (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 MG Magnett | 1986 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | MG | Opel |
| Model | Magnett | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
