2009 Kia Sportage vs. 1959 Morgan 4
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1959 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1959 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 1959 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Kia | Morgan |
| Model | Sportage | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2450 mm |
