1983 Austin Ambassador vs. 1990 Morgan 4
To start off, 1990 Morgan 4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Austin Ambassador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Austin Ambassador would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Austin Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Morgan 4 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1983 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Austin Ambassador weights approximately 340 kg more than 1990 Morgan 4.
Because 1990 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 1990 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Austin Ambassador, 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, 1990 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Ambassador | 1990 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Austin | Morgan |
| Model | Ambassador | 4 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
