1978 Mazda 616 vs. 2006 Morgan 44
To start off, 2006 Morgan 44 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Morgan 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan 44 (115 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan 44 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 616 weights approximately 32 kg more than 2006 Morgan 44.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Morgan 44 (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 616 | 2006 Morgan 44 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | 616 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2450 mm |
