1995 Hyundai Marcia vs. 2004 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Hyundai Marcia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Hyundai Marcia would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 (322 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1995 Hyundai Marcia. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Hyundai Marcia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Hyundai Marcia weights approximately 218 kg more than 2004 Morgan Aero 8.
Because 2004 Morgan Aero 8 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 2004 Morgan Aero 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Hyundai Marcia, 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, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Hyundai Marcia. (189 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Hyundai Marcia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Hyundai Marcia | 2004 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Morgan |
| Model | Marcia | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
