1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe vs. 1955 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe 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 2,616 cc (2 cylinders), 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe should accelerate faster than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe weights approximately 270 kg more than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe | 1955 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Mazda | Morgan |
Model | RX 4 Coupe | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |