1983 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1971 Morgan 4
To start off, 1983 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1971 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1971 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 430 kg more than 1971 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Mazda Cosmo (149 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda Cosmo | 1971 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | Cosmo | 4 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
