1991 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1960 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 31 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. Both 1991 Chevrolet Corsica and 1960 Morgan Plus 4 are equipped with a 1,991 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Morgan Plus 4 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 355 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, 1991 Chevrolet Corsica, 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1960 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Corsica | 1960 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
| Model | Corsica | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
