1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1971 Morgan 4
To start off, 1971 Morgan 4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1971 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1971 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 595 kg more than 1971 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, 1970 Mazda Luce (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1971 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | Luce | 4 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1597 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2450 mm |
