1993 Kia Capital vs. 1998 Morgan 4
To start off, 1998 Morgan 4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Kia Capital would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 1998 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Kia Capital weights approximately 446 kg more than 1998 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Kia Capital, 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, 1998 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Kia Capital | 1998 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Kia | Morgan |
Model | Capital | 4 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2450 mm |