1985 Audi 100 vs. 2000 Morgan 4
To start off, 2000 Morgan 4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2000 Morgan 4.
Because 2000 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 2000 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 2000 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 2000 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Audi | Morgan |
| Model | 100 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 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 | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
