2005 Kia Shuma vs. 1958 Morgan 4
To start off, 2005 Kia Shuma is newer by 47 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Shuma (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1958 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 1958 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Shuma weights approximately 440 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.
Because 1958 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 1958 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Shuma, 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, 2005 Kia Shuma (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Shuma | 1958 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Kia | Morgan |
| Model | Shuma | 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2450 mm |
