2001 Morgan 4 vs. 2012 Kia Venga
To start off, 2012 Kia Venga is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Venga (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Venga should accelerate faster than 2001 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Venga weights approximately 463 kg more than 2001 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Venga, 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, 2001 Morgan 4 (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Venga. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Venga. 2012 Kia Venga has automatic transmission and 2001 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 2001 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Venga will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Morgan 4 | 2012 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Morgan | Kia |
| Model | 4 | Venga |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1343 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |
