1975 Mazda 929 vs. 2006 Morgan 44
To start off, 2006 Morgan 44 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Morgan 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan 44 (115 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan 44 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda 929 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2006 Morgan 44.
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, 2006 Morgan 44 (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mazda 929 | 2006 Morgan 44 | |
Make | Mazda | Morgan |
Model | 929 | 44 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |