2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1953 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1953 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1953 Morgan Plus 4.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morgan Plus 4. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morgan Plus 4. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1953 Morgan Plus 4 has manual transmission. 1953 Morgan Plus 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 1953 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Kia | Morgan |
| Model | Rondo | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
