1953 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1953 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1953 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1953 Morgan Plus 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Opel Insignia (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morgan Plus 4. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morgan Plus 4 | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Morgan | Opel |
| Model | Plus 4 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2737 mm |
