1968 AMC AMX vs. 1961 Morgan 4
To start off, 1968 AMC AMX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 6,386 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1961 Morgan 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1961 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 AMC AMX weights approximately 697 kg more than 1961 Morgan 4. 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, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morgan 4. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morgan 4. 1968 AMC AMX has automatic transmission and 1961 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1961 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 AMC AMX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 AMC AMX | 1961 Morgan 4 | |
Make | AMC | Morgan |
Model | AMX | 4 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6386 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |