2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1986 Morgan 4
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1986 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1986 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 989 kg more than 1986 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 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 1986 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe, 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 Santa Fe (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Morgan 4. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1986 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Hyundai | Morgan |
Model | Santa Fe | 4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2701 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |