2004 Kia Sephia II vs. 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 2004 Kia Sephia II is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sephia II weights approximately 230 kg more than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Because 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sephia II, 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, 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sephia II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sephia II | 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
| Make | Kia | Morgan |
| Model | Sephia II | Plus 4 Plus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2450 mm |
