2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1956 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,087 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata (104 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1956 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1956 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 354 kg more than 1956 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1956 Morgan Plus 4 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1956 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1956 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Mazda | Morgan |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1956 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2087 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |