1970 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1972 Morgan 4
To start off, 1972 Morgan 4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1970 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1972 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 280 kg more than 1972 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Cosmo | 1972 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | Cosmo | 4 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1597 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2450 mm |
