2009 Hyundai Elantra vs. 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 104 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 381 kg more than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Because 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Elantra, 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, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
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2009 Hyundai Elantra | 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
Make | Hyundai | Morgan |
Model | Elantra | Plus 4 Plus |
Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |