1998 Morgan 4 vs. 2010 Opel Agila
To start off, 2010 Opel Agila is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2010 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Agila weights approximately 160 kg more than 1998 Morgan 4.
Because 1998 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 1998 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Agila, 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, 2010 Opel Agila (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Morgan 4 | 2010 Opel Agila | |
Make | Morgan | Opel |
Model | 4 | Agila |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 41 L |