1969 Audi Variant vs. 2004 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 Morgan 4 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1969 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Audi Variant weights approximately 190 kg more than 2004 Morgan 4.
Because 2004 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 2004 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Audi Variant, 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, 2004 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Audi Variant | 2004 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Audi | Morgan |
| Model | Variant | 4 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
