1975 Audi 100 vs. 1997 Morgan 4
To start off, 1997 Morgan 4 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1975 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Audi 100 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1997 Morgan 4.
Because 1997 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 1997 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1997 Morgan 4 (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Audi 100 | 1997 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Audi | Morgan |
Model | 100 | 4 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |