2007 Mazda 2 vs. 1990 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2007 Mazda 2 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 2. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 2 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1990 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1990 Morgan Plus 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 2. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 2 | 1990 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | 2 | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2500 mm |
