1981 Mazda 323 vs. 2003 Morgan 4
To start off, 2003 Morgan 4 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Morgan 4 weights approximately 122 kg more than 1981 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 2003 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | 323 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
