1978 Mazda 929 vs. 1951 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1978 Mazda 929 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1951 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1951 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 929 weights approximately 308 kg more than 1951 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Morgan Plus 4 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda 929 | 1951 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Mazda | Morgan |
Model | 929 | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |