1983 Audi 80 vs. 1966 Morris 1800
To start off, 1983 Audi 80 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morris 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morris 1800 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Morris 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Audi 80 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1966 Morris 1800. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Morris 1800 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1983 Audi 80.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Audi 80 (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris 1800. (137 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1983 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi 80 | 1966 Morris 1800 | |
| Make | Audi | Morris |
| Model | 80 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
