1961 Austin A 55 vs. 2008 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 47 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1961 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Morgan Aero 8 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 | 2008 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | Austin | Morgan |
Model | A 55 | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |