1961 Austin 7 vs. 1968 Morgan 4
To start off, 1968 Morgan 4 is newer by 7 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Morgan 4 weights approximately 50 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, 1968 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 1968 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Austin | Morgan |
Model | 7 | 4 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2450 mm |