1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1975 Morris 1800
To start off, 1975 Morris 1800 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Morris 1800 (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Morris 1800 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 70 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1975 Morris 1800.
Because 1952 Austin A 70 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 1952 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Morris 1800, 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, 1952 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris 1800. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 70 | 1975 Morris 1800 | |
Make | Austin | Morris |
Model | A 70 | 1800 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |