2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1980 Morgan 4
To start off, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (158 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1980 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1980 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 435 kg more than 1980 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1980 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Mazda | Morgan |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2450 mm |