2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1999 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 230 kg more than 1999 Morgan Plus 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, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1999 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Mazda | Morgan |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2500 mm |