1973 Mazda 929 vs. 1970 Morgan 4
To start off, 1973 Mazda 929 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda 929 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1970 Morgan 4.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Morgan 4 (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 929 | 1970 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | 929 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
