1972 Mazda 818 vs. 2004 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 Morgan 4 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda 818 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2004 Morgan 4.
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, 2004 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 818 | 2004 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | 818 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1795 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 | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2450 mm |
