1981 Audi 100 vs. 1991 Morgan 4
To start off, 1991 Morgan 4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Morgan 4 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1981 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 100 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1991 Morgan 4.
Because 1991 Morgan 4 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 1991 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 100, 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, 1991 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 100 | 1991 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Audi | Morgan |
| Model | 100 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
