1978 Mazda Familia vs. 1955 Morgan 4
To start off, 1978 Mazda Familia is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,272 cc, 1978 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1955 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1955 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda Familia weights approximately 154 kg more than 1955 Morgan 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, 1978 Mazda Familia (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda Familia | 1955 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | Familia | 4 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1172 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2450 mm |
