2007 Audi A4 vs. 1990 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1990 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1990 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Morgan Plus 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Morgan Plus 4. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A4 | 1990 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Audi | Morgan |
Model | A4 | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2500 mm |