1961 Austin 7 vs. 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin 7 would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus weights approximately 215 kg more than 1961 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, 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
| Make | Austin | Morgan |
| Model | 7 | Plus 4 Plus |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2450 mm |
