1961 Austin A 60 vs. 1959 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1961 Austin A 60 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Morgan Plus 4 (100 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 60 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1959 Morgan Plus 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, 1959 Morgan Plus 4 (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 60 | 1959 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Austin | Morgan |
Model | A 60 | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1621 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 100 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |