2006 Kia Sedona vs. 1956 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sedona (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1956 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1956 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sedona weights approximately 718 kg more than 1956 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Morgan Plus 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 1956 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona, 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, 2006 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morgan Plus 4. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sedona | 1956 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Kia | Morgan |
| Model | Sedona | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 2087 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2440 mm |
