1959 Morris Minor vs. 1983 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1983 Opel Corsa is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Corsa (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morris Minor weights approximately 55 kg more than 1983 Opel Corsa.
Because 1959 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 1959 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Opel Corsa (68 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Morris Minor | 1983 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Morris | Opel |
| Model | Minor | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
