1990 Mazda 626 vs. 1971 Morgan 4
To start off, 1990 Mazda 626 is newer by 19 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda 626 (116 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1971 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1971 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda 626 weights approximately 645 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.
Because 1990 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 626 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Mazda 626 (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mazda 626 | 1971 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | 626 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
