2002 Mazda MPV vs. 1953 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2002 Mazda MPV is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda MPV (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1953 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1953 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda MPV weights approximately 882 kg more than 1953 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda MPV, 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, 2002 Mazda MPV (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morgan Plus 4. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda MPV | 1953 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | MPV | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2440 mm |
