1977 Audi 100 vs. 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 1977 Audi 100 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1977 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 1977 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Audi 100 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Because 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Audi 100. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Audi 100 | 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
Make | Audi | Morgan |
Model | 100 | Plus 4 Plus |
Year Released | 1977 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |