2001 Audi A4 vs. 1962 Morris 1100
To start off, 2001 Audi A4 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morris 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morris 1100 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1962 Morris 1100. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A4 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1962 Morris 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Morris 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A4 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, 2001 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris 1100. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A4 | 1962 Morris 1100 | |
| Make | Audi | Morris |
| Model | A4 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 125 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
