1967 Opel Record vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 1967 Opel Record is newer by 7 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 2,511 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Record (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1960 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Record should accelerate faster 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, 1967 Opel Record (152 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (149 Nm). This means 1967 Opel Record will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Record | 1960 MG MGA | |
| Make | Opel | MG |
| Model | Record | MGA |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2511 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2390 mm |
