2004 Mazda Laputa vs. 1990 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2004 Mazda Laputa is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2004 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Laputa, 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, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Laputa. (61 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Laputa | 1990 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | Laputa | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2500 mm |
