1956 Morris Minor vs. 1982 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1982 Opel Corsa is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Corsa (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Morris Minor weights approximately 70 kg more than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Because 1956 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 1956 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Opel Corsa (93 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Morris Minor | 1982 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Morris | Opel |
| Model | Minor | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2600 mm |
