1998 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1983 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1998 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1983 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1983 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1998 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Morgan Plus 4 | 1983 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Morgan | Opel |
| Model | Plus 4 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2850 mm |
