1959 Austin A 55 vs. 2008 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1959 Austin A 55. 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, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 2008 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 55 | 2008 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | Austin | Morgan |
Model | A 55 | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 430 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |