2007 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1957 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 50 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1957 Morgan Plus 4. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1957 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 440 kg more than 1957 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon, 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 Tiburon (185 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morgan Plus 4. (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Tiburon | 1957 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Hyundai | Morgan |
Model | Tiburon | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2440 mm |