1976 Mazda 1000 vs. 2005 Morgan 4
To start off, 2005 Morgan 4 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan 4 (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Morgan 4 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1976 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mazda 1000 | 2005 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Mazda | Morgan |
Model | 1000 | 4 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2540 mm |