1987 Audi Coupe vs. 2006 Morgan 44
To start off, 2006 Morgan 44 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Morgan 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan 44 (115 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1987 Audi Coupe. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan 44 should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Audi Coupe weights approximately 100 kg more than 2006 Morgan 44.
Because 2006 Morgan 44 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 2006 Morgan 44. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 2006 Morgan 44 (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi Coupe. (158 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi Coupe | 2006 Morgan 44 | |
| Make | Audi | Morgan |
| Model | Coupe | 44 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
