1975 Mazda Familia vs. 1996 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1996 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 120 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, 1996 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | Familia | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 1994 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2500 mm |
