1959 MG MGA vs. 2001 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 42 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 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Omega (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 735 kg more than 1959 MG MGA. 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, 2001 Vauxhall Omega (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA. 2001 Vauxhall Omega has automatic transmission and 1959 MG MGA has manual transmission. 1959 MG MGA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Vauxhall Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 MG MGA | 2001 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | MG | Vauxhall |
| Model | MGA | Omega |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2740 mm |
