1978 Audi 100 vs. 1990 Morgan 4
To start off, 1990 Morgan 4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1978 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Morgan 4 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Audi 100 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1990 Morgan 4.
Because 1990 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 1990 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1990 Morgan 4 (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Audi 100. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Audi 100 | 1990 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Audi | Morgan |
Model | 100 | 4 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |