1971 Mazda 110 S vs. 1954 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1971 Mazda 110 S is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda 110 S (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda 110 S should accelerate faster than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda 110 S weights approximately 120 kg more than 1954 Morgan Plus 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, 1954 Morgan Plus 4 (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1954 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda 110 S | 1954 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | 110 S | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1991 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |
