2009 Audi A4 vs. 1948 Morris Minor
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1948 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1948 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Morris Minor 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 1948 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4, 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, 2009 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1948 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Audi | Morris |
| Model | A4 | Minor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2190 mm |
