2006 MG TF vs. 1969 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2006 MG TF is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG TF (114 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1969 Opel Rekord. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 MG TF weights approximately 85 kg more than 1969 Opel Rekord. 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, 1969 Opel Rekord (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1969 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 MG TF | 1969 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | MG | Opel |
| Model | TF | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
