2002 Mazda 323 vs. 1954 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2002 Mazda 323 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 323 (97 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 323 weights approximately 398 kg more than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Morgan Plus 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 1954 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 323, 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, 1954 Morgan Plus 4 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 323. (145 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1954 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 323 | 1954 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | 323 | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2440 mm |
