1993 Morgan 4 vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens is newer by 19 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carens (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1993 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1993 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carens weights approximately 661 kg more than 1993 Morgan 4. 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, 2012 Kia Carens, 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, 2012 Kia Carens (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Morgan 4 | 2012 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Morgan | Kia |
| Model | 4 | Carens |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
