1965 Austin A 40 vs. 1962 Morgan 4
To start off, 1965 Austin A 40 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,340 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Morgan 4 (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 40 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1962 Morgan 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 40 | 1962 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Austin | Morgan |
| Model | A 40 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2450 mm |
