2009 Kia Sportage vs. 1968 Morgan 4
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1968 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1968 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 1027 kg more than 1968 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 1968 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 (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 1968 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Kia | Morgan |
| Model | Sportage | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2450 mm |
