1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus vs. 1976 Audi 80
To start off, 1976 Audi 80 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1976 Audi 80. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Audi 80 weights approximately 87 kg more than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Because 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Audi 80, 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, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 80. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | 1976 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Morgan | Audi |
| Model | Plus 4 Plus | 80 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2138 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
