1977 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1991 Morgan 4
To start off, 1991 Morgan 4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Morgan 4 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 225 kg more than 1991 Morgan 4.
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 Cosmo (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Cosmo | 1991 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | Cosmo | 4 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
