1998 Audi A4 vs. 1953 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1998 Audi A4 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A4 (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1953 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1953 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A4 weights approximately 438 kg more than 1953 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Morgan Plus 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 1953 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Audi A4, 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, 1953 Morgan Plus 4 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1953 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A4 | 1953 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Audi | Morgan |
| Model | A4 | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
