1961 Austin 7 vs. 1988 Morgan 4
To start off, 1988 Morgan 4 is newer by 27 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Morgan 4 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Morgan 4 weights approximately 260 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, 1988 Morgan 4 (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 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 | 1988 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Austin | Morgan |
Model | 7 | 4 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1988 |
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 | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 870 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 |