1957 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2007 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey 100 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 181 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. 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, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. (143 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey 100 | 2007 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Morgan |
| Model | 100 | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 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 | 101 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
