1975 Audi 50 vs. 1951 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1975 Audi 50 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Morgan Plus 4 (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1975 Audi 50. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 77 kg more than 1975 Audi 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Morgan Plus 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 1951 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Audi 50, 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, 1951 Morgan Plus 4 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 50. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1951 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 50.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Audi 50 | 1951 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Audi | Morgan |
Model | 50 | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1951 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1091 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | 4-speed manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |