2005 Audi S4 vs. 1956 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1956 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (66 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1956 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Audi | Morris |
| Model | S4 | Minor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
