1959 Morgan 4 vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 46 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1959 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 844 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.
Because 1959 Morgan 4 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 1959 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra, 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Morgan 4 | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Morgan | Opel |
Model | 4 | Vectra |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |