1977 Mazda 929 vs. 1961 Morgan 4
To start off, 1977 Mazda 929 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1961 Morgan 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1961 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda 929 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1961 Morgan 4. 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, 1977 Mazda 929 (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morgan 4. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1977 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Mazda 929 | 1961 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Mazda | Morgan |
Model | 929 | 4 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1768 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |