1991 Audi S2 vs. 1959 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1991 Audi S2 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi S2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi S2 (216 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1959 Morgan Plus 4. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi S2 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi S2 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1959 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Audi S2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Morgan Plus 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi S2 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, 1991 Audi S2 (309 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan Plus 4. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi S2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi S2 | 1959 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Audi | Morgan |
| Model | S2 | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2440 mm |
