2001 Mazda Premacy vs. 1974 Morgan 4
To start off, 2001 Mazda Premacy is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Premacy (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1974 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1974 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 660 kg more than 1974 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Premacy, 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, 2001 Mazda Premacy (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Morgan 4. (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Premacy | 1974 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | Premacy | 4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
