1979 Audi 100 vs. 1996 Morgan 4
To start off, 1996 Morgan 4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1979 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Audi 100 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1996 Morgan 4.
Because 1996 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 1996 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1996 Morgan 4 (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Audi 100 | 1996 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Audi | Morgan |
Model | 100 | 4 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |