1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 1973 Mazda Luce is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 345 kg more than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | Luce | Plus 4 Plus |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
