1995 Mazda MX-3 vs. 1959 Morgan 4
To start off, 1995 Mazda MX-3 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda MX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda MX-3 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1959 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda MX-3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda MX-3 weights approximately 409 kg more than 1959 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Mazda MX-3, 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, 1995 Mazda MX-3 (134 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda MX-3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda MX-3 | 1959 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | MX-3 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1059 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
