1977 Mazda 616 vs. 1967 Morgan 4
To start off, 1977 Mazda 616 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda 616 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1967 Morgan 4.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 616 | 1967 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | 616 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2450 mm |
