1968 Austin A 60 vs. 2007 Morgan 44
To start off, 2007 Morgan 44 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Morgan 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Morgan 44 (113 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Morgan 44 should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Austin A 60 weights approximately 142 kg more than 2007 Morgan 44.
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, 2007 Morgan 44 (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Morgan 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Austin A 60 | 2007 Morgan 44 | |
Make | Austin | Morgan |
Model | A 60 | 44 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 113 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 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 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |