2006 Mazda Drifter vs. 1998 Morgan 4
To start off, 2006 Mazda Drifter is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Morgan 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 11 more horse power than 1998 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 1998 Morgan 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda Drifter | 1998 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Mazda | Morgan |
Model | Drifter | 4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2606 cc | 1796 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 50 L |