2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1961 Morgan 4

To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1961 Morgan 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1961 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 510 kg more than 1961 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1961 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 1961 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia, 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 Mazda Familia (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morgan 4. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morgan 4. 2000 Mazda Familia has automatic transmission and 1961 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1961 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mazda Familia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2000 Mazda Familia 1961 Morgan 4
Make Mazda Morgan
Model Familia 4
Year Released 2000 1961
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1498 cc 997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 129 HP 34 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 141 Nm 72 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2700 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1190 kg 680 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 3670 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1430 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2450 mm