1960 Morgan 4 vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1988 Opel Corsa is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Corsa (45 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1960 Morgan 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1960 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Corsa weights approximately 90 kg more than 1960 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1960 Morgan 4 (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1960 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Morgan 4 | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Morgan | Opel |
| Model | 4 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
