2003 Mazda Roadster vs. 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Roadster (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Roadster should accelerate faster than 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Roadster weights approximately 268 kg more than 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. 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, 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda Roadster | 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 | |
Make | Mazda | Morgan |
Model | Roadster | 4 Plus 2100 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2440 mm |