1999 Mazda Demio vs. 2000 Morgan 4
To start off, 2000 Morgan 4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda Demio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda Demio would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Mazda Demio. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda Demio weights approximately 10 kg more than 2000 Morgan 4.
Because 2000 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 2000 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Demio, 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, 2000 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda Demio. (130 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mazda Demio | 2000 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Mazda | Morgan |
Model | Demio | 4 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2450 mm |