1959 MG MGA vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 1970 Opel Record is newer by 11 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 MG MGA (106 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Record weights approximately 125 kg more than 1959 MG MGA.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 MG MGA (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 MG MGA | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | MG | Opel |
| Model | MGA | Record |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2670 mm |
