1956 Morris Minor vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 51 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), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 245 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, 2007 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, 2007 Opel Corsa (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Morris | Opel |
Model | Minor | Corsa |
Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 803 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2500 mm |