1960 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2003 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2003 Opel Corsa is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Morgan Plus 4 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2003 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Corsa weights approximately 80 kg more than 1960 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1960 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 1960 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Plus 4 (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1960 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Morgan Plus 4 | 2003 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Morgan | Opel |
| Model | Plus 4 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |
