1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1951 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1951 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1951 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 418 kg more than 1951 Morgan Plus 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, 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morgan Plus 4. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1951 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Morgan |
Model | 3000 Mk III | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2440 mm |