1959 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Morgan Plus 4 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 250 kg more than 1959 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1959 Morgan Plus 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 Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1959 Morgan Plus 4 (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Morgan Plus 4 | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Morgan | Opel |
| Model | Plus 4 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
