2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2005 Morgan 4
To start off, 2005 Morgan 4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata (134 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 260 kg more than 2005 Morgan 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, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan 4. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2005 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Mazda | Morgan |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |