1998 Kia Sephia vs. 1984 Morgan 4
To start off, 1998 Kia Sephia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Morgan 4 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Kia Sephia. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Sephia weights approximately 255 kg more than 1984 Morgan 4.
Because 1984 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 1984 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Kia Sephia, 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, 1984 Morgan 4 (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Sephia | 1984 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Kia | Morgan |
Model | Sephia | 4 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2450 mm |