1994 Audi A6 vs. 1970 Morgan 4
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (286 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1970 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1970 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 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, 1994 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morgan 4. (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 1970 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Audi | Morgan |
| Model | A6 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
