2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 1996 Morgan 4
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i30 (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1996 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 244 kg more than 1996 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i30, 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, 1996 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1996 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i30 | 1996 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Morgan |
| Model | i30 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
