1985 Audi Coupe vs. 1956 Morgan 4
To start off, 1985 Audi Coupe 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi Coupe (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1956 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1956 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi Coupe weights approximately 330 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 1956 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 1956 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi Coupe, 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, 1985 Audi Coupe (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1985 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi Coupe | 1956 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Audi | Morgan |
| Model | Coupe | 4 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
