1961 Austin A 55 vs. 2004 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 Morgan 4 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 55 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2004 Morgan 4.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2004 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 55 | 2004 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Austin | Morgan |
Model | A 55 | 4 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |