1986 Opel Omega vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 1986 Opel Omega is newer by 26 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Omega (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1960 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1960 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Omega weights approximately 470 kg more than 1960 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, 1986 Opel Omega (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Omega | 1960 MG MGA | |
| Make | Opel | MG |
| Model | Omega | MGA |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2390 mm |
