1990 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2012 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Atos is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Atos, 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, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (84 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1990 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Morgan Plus 4 | 2012 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Morgan | Hyundai |
| Model | Plus 4 | Atos |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2390 mm |
