1985 Mazda 323 vs. 1986 Morgan 4
To start off, 1986 Morgan 4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Morgan 4 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mazda 323 weights approximately 57 kg more than 1986 Morgan 4.
Because 1986 Morgan 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 323, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Morgan 4 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda 323 | 1986 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | 323 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
