2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1968 Morgan 4
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (140 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1968 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1968 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 480 kg more than 1968 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, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (160 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1968 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Mazda | Morgan |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2450 mm |