1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1996 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1996 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda RX-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda RX-01 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 83 more horse power than 1996 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1996 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda RX-01 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1996 Morgan Plus 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mazda RX-01 | 1996 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Mazda | Morgan |
Model | RX-01 | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2614 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2500 mm |