1996 Audi A6 vs. 1975 Morris 1800
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Morris 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Morris 1800 would be higher. At 2,770 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1975 Morris 1800. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1975 Morris 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Audi A6 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris 1800. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 1975 Morris 1800 | |
| Make | Audi | Morris |
| Model | A6 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
