2009 Hyundai i10 vs. 1981 Morgan 4
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i10 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i10. (66 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i10 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1981 Morgan 4.
Because 1981 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 1981 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i10, 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, 1981 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i10. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i10 | 1981 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Morgan |
| Model | i10 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2450 mm |
