1953 Austin A 135 vs. 1963 Morgan 4
To start off, 1963 Morgan 4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin A 135 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1963 Morgan 4. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1963 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1520 kg more than 1963 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 135 | 1963 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Austin | Morgan |
| Model | A 135 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2450 mm |
