2005 Audi S4 vs. 1975 Morris Marina
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Morris Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Morris Marina would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1975 Morris Marina. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 819 kg more than 1975 Morris Marina. 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 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris Marina. (136 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1975 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Audi | Morris |
| Model | S4 | Marina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 52 L |
