1972 Mazda RX-4 vs. 1948 Morris Ten Four
To start off, 1972 Mazda RX-4 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Ten Four. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Ten Four would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1972 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda RX-4 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1948 Morris Ten Four.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda RX-4 | 1948 Morris Ten Four | |
| Make | Mazda | Morris |
| Model | RX-4 | Ten Four |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1948 |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1138 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2390 mm |
