1959 MG MGA vs. 1964 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1964 Opel Rekord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 MG MGA (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1964 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Opel Rekord weights approximately 70 kg more than 1959 MG MGA.
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 MGA (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1959 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1959 MG MGA | 1964 Opel Rekord | |
Make | MG | Opel |
Model | MGA | Rekord |
Year Released | 1959 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2650 mm |