1966 Opel Rekord vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 1966 Opel Rekord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 MG MGA (106 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1966 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Opel Rekord weights approximately 210 kg more than 1960 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, 1960 MG MGA (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Rekord. (118 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1960 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Opel Rekord | 1960 MG MGA | |
Make | Opel | MG |
Model | Rekord | MGA |
Year Released | 1966 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2390 mm |