2008 Mazda 5 vs. 1973 Morris 1800
To start off, 2008 Mazda 5 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Morris 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Morris 1800 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Morris 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 5 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1973 Morris 1800. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Morris 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 5 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1973 Morris 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2008 Mazda 5 (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Morris 1800. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Morris 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 5 | 1973 Morris 1800 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morris |
| Model | 5 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
