1965 Austin A 90 vs. 2006 Morgan 44
To start off, 2006 Morgan 44 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Morgan 44. (115 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2006 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 90 weights approximately 690 kg more than 2006 Morgan 44. 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, 1965 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1965 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Morgan 44.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 90 | 2006 Morgan 44 | |
Make | Austin | Morgan |
Model | A 90 | 44 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |