1994 Mazda 323 vs. 1968 Morgan 4
To start off, 1994 Mazda 323 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 323 (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1968 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1968 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 323 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1968 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 323 (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 323 | 1968 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | 323 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
