2007 Mazda 2 vs. 2000 Morgan 4
To start off, 2007 Mazda 2 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 2. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Morgan 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 245 kg more than 2000 Morgan 4.
Because 2000 Morgan 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 2000 Morgan 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, 2000 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 2. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 2 | 2000 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | 2 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
