2006 Mazda Drifter vs. 1957 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2006 Mazda Drifter is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,606 cc, 2006 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Drifter (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1957 Morgan Plus 4. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 1957 Morgan Plus 4.
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, 2006 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morgan Plus 4. (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda Drifter | 1957 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | Drifter | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 1991 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2440 mm |
