2001 Audi A2 vs. 1996 Morgan 4
To start off, 2001 Audi A2 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A2 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1996 Morgan 4.
Because 1996 Morgan 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 1996 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A2, 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, 1996 Morgan 4 (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A2. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 1996 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Audi | Morgan |
| Model | A2 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
