1990 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2013 Mazda 2
To start off, 2013 Mazda 2 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 2. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 2 weights approximately 123 kg more than 1990 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1990 Morgan Plus 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 1990 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 2, 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, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Morgan Plus 4 | 2013 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Morgan | Mazda |
| Model | Plus 4 | 2 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2489 mm |
