2007 Morgan 44 vs. 1999 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2007 Morgan 44 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Speedster would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Speedster (147 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Morgan 44. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 2007 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Morgan 44 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1999 Opel Speedster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Opel Speedster (202 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Morgan 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Morgan 44 | 1999 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Morgan | Opel |
| Model | 44 | Speedster |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
