1960 Austin 7 vs. 1993 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1993 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin 7 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1960 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1993 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin 7 | 1993 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Austin | Morgan |
Model | 7 | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 177 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2500 mm |