1971 Mazda Luce vs. 1993 Morgan 4
To start off, 1993 Morgan 4 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Morgan 4 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 285 kg more than 1993 Morgan 4.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 1993 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | Luce | 4 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
