1960 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chevrolet Corvair would be higher. At 2,287 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Chevrolet Corvair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chevrolet Corvair weights approximately 335 kg more than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chevrolet Corvair | 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
| Model | Corvair | Plus 4 Plus |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
