1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1973 Morgan 4
To start off, 1976 Mazda Familia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda Familia weights approximately 140 kg more than 1973 Morgan 4.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1973 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | Familia | 4 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1597 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2450 mm |
