1961 Austin 7 vs. 1989 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1989 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 28 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 310 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, 1989 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 1989 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Austin | Morgan |
Model | 7 | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
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 |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 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 |