2004 Morgan 4 vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A3 (197 HP) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Morgan 4. (112 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 615 kg more than 2004 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 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, 2013 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Morgan 4 | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Morgan | Audi |
| Model | 4 | A3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2578 mm |
