1973 Mazda Chante vs. 1951 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1973 Mazda Chante is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Morgan Plus 4 (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 272 kg more than 1973 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Morgan Plus 4 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1951 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Chante | 1951 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | Chante | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2088 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2440 mm |
