1954 Austin A 70 vs. 1963 Morgan 4
To start off, 1963 Morgan 4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 70 (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1963 Morgan 4. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 1963 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 70 weights approximately 624 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:
| 1954 Austin A 70 | 1963 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Austin | Morgan |
| Model | A 70 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
