1960 Austin 7 vs. 2003 Morgan 4
To start off, 2003 Morgan 4 is newer by 43 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Morgan 4 weights approximately 362 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, 2003 Morgan 4 (160 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2003 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 2003 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Austin | Morgan |
| Model | 7 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 50 L |
