1993 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1960 Morgan 4
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 33 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 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corsica (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1960 Morgan 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1960 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 520 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, 1993 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, 1993 Chevrolet Corsica (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morgan 4. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corsica | 1960 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
| Model | Corsica | 4 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
