1995 Mazda 626 vs. 1971 Morgan 4
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 24 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda 626 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1971 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1971 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 626 weights approximately 550 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mazda 626 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda 626 | 1971 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | 626 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
