1967 Austin 1300 vs. 2005 Morgan 4
To start off, 2005 Morgan 4 is newer by 38 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan 4 (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Morgan 4 weights approximately 112 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 2005 Morgan 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 2005 Morgan 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, 2005 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin 1300 | 2005 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Austin | Morgan |
| Model | 1300 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 50 L |
