2004 Morgan 4 vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2004 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 986 kg more than 2004 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Morgan 4 | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Morgan | Mazda |
| Model | 4 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
