1973 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1998 Morgan 4
To start off, 1998 Morgan 4 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1973 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1998 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Morgan 4 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-2.
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, 1998 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda RX-2 | 1998 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | RX-2 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2450 mm |
