1967 Austin 1300 vs. 1999 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 62 kg more than 1967 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Morgan Plus 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Austin 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin 1300 | 1999 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Austin | Morgan |
Model | 1300 | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2500 mm |