1968 Mazda R-100 vs. 1959 Morgan 4
To start off, 1968 Mazda R-100 is newer by 9 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 1,963 cc, 1968 Mazda R-100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda R-100 (110 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1959 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda R-100 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda R-100 weights approximately 155 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1968 Mazda R-100 (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda R-100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda R-100 | 1959 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Mazda | Morgan |
Model | R-100 | 4 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1963 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2450 mm |