1996 Morgan 4 vs. 2013 Mazda 6
To start off, 2013 Mazda 6 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1996 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 6 weights approximately 529 kg more than 1996 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 6, 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, 2013 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Morgan 4 | 2013 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Morgan | Mazda |
| Model | 4 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
