1975 Audi 50 vs. 1999 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 50 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1975 Audi 50. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 235 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 1999 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 1999 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, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 50. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Audi | Morgan |
| Model | 50 | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 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 | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
