1981 Audi 80 vs. 1996 Morgan 4
To start off, 1996 Morgan 4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 80 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 53 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 80 weights approximately 50 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, 1981 Audi 80, 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1996 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Audi | Morgan |
| Model | 80 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 930 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
