1983 Mazda 323 vs. 1951 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 is newer by 32 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, 1951 Morgan Plus 4 (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda 323 weights approximately 88 kg more than 1951 Morgan Plus 4.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Morgan Plus 4 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1951 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Mazda 323 | 1951 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Mazda | Morgan |
Model | 323 | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1071 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |