1993 Morgan 4 vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Morgan 4 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 @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Rio weights approximately 103 kg more than 1993 Morgan 4.
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, 2010 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, 1993 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Morgan 4 | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Morgan | Kia |
| Model | 4 | Rio |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| 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 | 112 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1073 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4249 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
