1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus vs. 2005 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2005 Opel Tigra is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Opel Tigra. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Tigra weights approximately 380 kg more than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Because 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Tigra, 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, 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Tigra. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | 2005 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Morgan | Opel |
| Model | Plus 4 Plus | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2138 cc | 1194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
