1956 Morris Minor vs. 1993 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1993 Opel Corsa is newer by 37 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Corsa (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Corsa weights approximately 141 kg more than 1956 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 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 (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 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 | 1993 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Morris | Opel |
Model | Minor | Corsa |
Year Released | 1956 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 81.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2450 mm |