2006 Mazda 6 vs. 1961 Morgan 4
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1961 Morgan 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1961 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 985 kg more than 1961 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morgan 4. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 6 | 1961 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | 6 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
