1960 MG Magnett vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 MG Magnett would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 MG Magnett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1960 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1960 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 MG Magnett weights approximately 220 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 MG Magnett (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1960 MG Magnett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 MG Magnett | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | MG | Opel |
| Model | Magnett | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2580 mm |
