1956 Morris Minor vs. 2004 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2004 Opel Corsa is newer by 48 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 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Corsa (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Corsa weights approximately 81 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, 2004 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, 2004 Opel Corsa (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Morris | Opel |
| Model | Minor | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2500 mm |
