1958 Morgan 4 vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1958 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1958 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Rio weights approximately 476 kg more than 1958 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Rio, 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, 2012 Kia Rio (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morgan 4. 2012 Kia Rio has automatic transmission and 1958 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1958 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Rio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Morgan 4 | 2012 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Morgan | Kia |
| Model | 4 | Rio |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2570 mm |
