1962 Austin A 99 vs. 1991 Morgan 4
To start off, 1991 Morgan 4 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Austin A 99 (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1991 Morgan 4. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1991 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 99 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1991 Morgan 4. 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, 1962 Austin A 99 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 99 | 1991 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Austin | Morgan |
Model | A 99 | 4 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |