1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2007 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 90 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2007 Morgan Aero 8.
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, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 90 | 2007 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | Austin | Morgan |
Model | A 90 | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2540 mm |