1956 Citroen DS vs. 1991 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1991 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 220 kg more than 1991 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1991 Morgan Plus 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 Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS, 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 Plus 4 (177 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1991 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 1991 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Citroen | Morgan |
Model | DS | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 177 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2500 mm |