1968 Morgan 4 vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1968 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1968 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi TT weights approximately 840 kg more than 1968 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi TT (465 Nm @ 1650 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Morgan 4 | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Morgan | Audi |
| Model | 4 | TT |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1349 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2469 mm |
