1961 Austin A 99 vs. 1998 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1998 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 99 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1998 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, 1961 Austin A 99 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 99 | 1998 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Austin | Morgan |
Model | A 99 | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2500 mm |