1956 Morgan 4 vs. 2010 Opel Agila
To start off, 2010 Opel Agila is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,247 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Agila is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Agila (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1956 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1956 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Agila weights approximately 480 kg more than 1956 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Morgan 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 1956 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Agila, 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 Agila (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Morgan 4 | 2010 Opel Agila | |
Make | Morgan | Opel |
Model | 4 | Agila |
Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |