1971 Austin 3 vs. 2003 Morgan 4
To start off, 2003 Morgan 4 is newer by 32 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, 1971 Austin 3 (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Austin 3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Austin 3 weights approximately 610 kg more than 2003 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, 1971 Austin 3 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Austin 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin 3 | 2003 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Austin | Morgan |
| Model | 3 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
