1959 Morgan 4 vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1977 Opel Kadett is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Kadett (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1959 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Kadett weights approximately 170 kg more than 1959 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1977 Opel Kadett (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Morgan 4 | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Morgan | Opel |
Model | 4 | Kadett |
Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |