2004 Audi A2 vs. 1998 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2004 Audi A2 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2004 Audi A2. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A2 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1998 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1998 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 1998 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1998 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A2. (140 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A2 | 1998 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Audi | Morgan |
| Model | A2 | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1190 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |
