1999 Kia Avella vs. 1958 Morgan 4
To start off, 1999 Kia Avella is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Avella (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1958 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1958 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Avella weights approximately 268 kg more than 1958 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Avella | 1958 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Kia | Morgan |
| Model | Avella | 4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2450 mm |
