1952 Austin A vs. 2002 Morgan 4
To start off, 2002 Morgan 4 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Austin A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin A (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin A should accelerate faster than 2002 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A weights approximately 1005 kg more than 2002 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, 1952 Austin A (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A | 2002 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Austin | Morgan |
| Model | A | 4 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
