2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1988 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 131 kg more than 1988 Morgan Plus 4.
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, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (245 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1988 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Mazda | Morgan |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 177 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2500 mm |