1965 Austin A 60 vs. 2005 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 (321 HP) has 261 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 12 kg more than 1965 Austin A 60. 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, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 60 | 2005 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | Austin | Morgan |
Model | A 60 | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1621 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 321 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1132 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |