2003 Opel Speedster vs. 1960 MG MGA

To start off, 2003 Opel Speedster is newer by 43 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Speedster (145 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1960 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1960 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 MG MGA weights approximately 24 kg more than 2003 Opel Speedster.

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, 2003 Opel Speedster (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Opel Speedster 1960 MG MGA
Make Opel MG
Model Speedster MGA
Year Released 2003 1960
Body Type Convertible Convertible
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2198 cc 1489 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 145 HP 71 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 203 Nm 104 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 217 km/hour 157 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.9 seconds 16 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 876 kg 900 kg
Vehicle Length 3790 mm 3970 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1460 mm
Vehicle Height 1120 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2390 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.5 L/100km 10.6 L/100km


 

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