2002 Mazda 6 vs. 1959 Morgan 4
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1959 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1959 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Mazda 6 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan 4. 2002 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 1959 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1959 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 6 | 1959 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | 6 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
