1975 Mazda Familia vs. 1955 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1975 Mazda Familia is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Morgan Plus 4 (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1975 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Morgan Plus 4 (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Familia | 1955 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | Familia | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 1989 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2440 mm |
