1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1980 Morgan 4
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,614 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1980 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1980 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda RX-01 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1980 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda RX-01 | 1980 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | RX-01 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2450 mm |
