1953 Morris Minor vs. 1993 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1993 Opel Corsa is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Corsa (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Corsa weights approximately 75 kg more than 1953 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Morris Minor 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 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Opel Corsa, 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, 1993 Opel Corsa (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morris Minor | 1993 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Morris | Opel |
| Model | Minor | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 918 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2520 mm |
