1988 Morgan 4 vs. 2010 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2010 Opel Corsa is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Morgan 4 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Corsa weights approximately 788 kg more than 1988 Morgan 4.
Because 1988 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 1988 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1988 Morgan 4 (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Morgan 4 | 2010 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Morgan | Opel |
| Model | 4 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
