1971 Audi 100 vs. 1984 Morgan 4
To start off, 1984 Morgan 4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,871 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Audi 100 (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1984 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1984 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Audi 100 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1984 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Audi 100, 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, 1971 Audi 100 (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 1984 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Audi | Morgan |
| Model | 100 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |
