1997 Mazda MPV vs. 1958 Morgan 4
To start off, 1997 Mazda MPV is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda MPV (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1958 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1958 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda MPV weights approximately 1072 kg more than 1958 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, 1997 Mazda MPV (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda MPV | 1958 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | MPV | 4 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2450 mm |
