1976 Audi 100 vs. 1981 Morgan 4
To start off, 1981 Morgan 4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Morgan 4 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1976 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Audi 100 weights approximately 291 kg more than 1981 Morgan 4.
Because 1981 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 1981 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1981 Morgan 4 (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 100. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 1981 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Audi | Morgan |
| Model | 100 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
