1959 MG MGA vs. 1970 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1970 Opel Rekord 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 MG MGA (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1970 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Rekord weights approximately 165 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1959 MG MGA | 1970 Opel Rekord | |
Make | MG | Opel |
Model | MGA | Rekord |
Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2680 mm |