1998 Morgan 4 vs. 2010 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai ix20. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai ix20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1998 Morgan 4.
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, 2010 Hyundai ix20, 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, 2010 Hyundai ix20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai ix20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Morgan 4 | 2010 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Morgan | Hyundai |
| Model | 4 | ix20 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2615 mm |
