1987 Audi 80 vs. 1997 Morgan 4
To start off, 1997 Morgan 4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1987 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Audi 80 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1997 Morgan 4.
Because 1997 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 1997 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1997 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 80 | 1997 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Audi | Morgan |
| Model | 80 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
