1972 Mazda 616 vs. 2001 Morgan 4
To start off, 2001 Morgan 4 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda 616 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2001 Morgan 4.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Morgan 4 (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 2001 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | 616 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2450 mm |
