1985 Audi 200 vs. 1956 Morgan 4
To start off, 1985 Audi 200 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1956 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 200 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1956 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Audi 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morgan 4. 1985 Audi 200 has automatic transmission and 1956 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1956 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Audi 200 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 200 | 1956 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Audi | Morgan |
| Model | 200 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |
