2005 Mazda B4000 vs. 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 2005 Mazda B4000 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 4,029 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B4000 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, 2005 Mazda B4000 (310 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B4000 | 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | B4000 | Plus 4 Plus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4029 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2450 mm |
