2007 Hyundai Accent vs. 1956 Morgan 4
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Accent is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (3 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Accent (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1956 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1956 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 668 kg more than 1956 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Accent, 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, 2007 Hyundai Accent (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Accent | 1956 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Morgan |
| Model | Accent | 4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
