1988 Morgan 4 vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Morgan 4 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Rio weights approximately 220 kg more than 1988 Morgan 4.
Because 1988 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 1988 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1988 Morgan 4 (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Morgan 4 | 2011 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Morgan | Kia |
| Model | 4 | Rio |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2499 mm |
