1999 Kia Sportage vs. 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 632 kg more than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Sportage | 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
Make | Kia | Morgan |
Model | Sportage | Plus 4 Plus |
Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |