2005 Kia K2700 vs. 1957 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2005 Kia K2700 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,665 cc, 2005 Kia K2700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Morgan Plus 4 (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia K2700 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1957 Morgan Plus 4.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Kia K2700 (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morgan Plus 4. (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia K2700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia K2700 | 1957 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Kia | Morgan |
| Model | K2700 | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 2665 cc | 1991 cc |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 840 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2440 mm |
