1971 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 1971 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1971 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda RX-2 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. 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, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda RX-2. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda RX-2 | 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | RX-2 | Plus 4 Plus |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2450 mm |
