1985 Hyundai Pony vs. 1993 Morgan 4
To start off, 1993 Morgan 4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Morgan 4 (112 HP) has 46 more horse power than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Morgan 4 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1985 Hyundai Pony. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 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 1993 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Hyundai Pony, 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 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (96 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Hyundai Pony | 1993 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Morgan |
| Model | Pony | 4 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 112 HP |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2450 mm |
