1971 Austin 3 vs. 1991 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1991 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Austin 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Austin 3 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Austin 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1971 Austin 3. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Austin 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Austin 3 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1991 Morgan Plus 4.
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, 1971 Austin 3 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Austin 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Austin 3 | 1991 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Austin | Morgan |
Model | 3 | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2500 mm |