1962 MG MGB vs. 1970 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1970 Opel Kadett is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG MGB would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 MG MGB (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1970 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 MG MGB weights approximately 145 kg more than 1970 Opel Kadett. 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, 1962 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 MG MGB | 1970 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | MG | Opel |
| Model | MGB | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2420 mm |
