2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1980 Morgan 4
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1980 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1980 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 530 kg more than 1980 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Morgan 4. 2000 Mazda Familia has automatic transmission and 1980 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1980 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.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda Familia | 1980 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Mazda | Morgan |
Model | Familia | 4 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 660 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 |