1959 Citroen DS vs. 1992 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1992 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 400 kg more than 1992 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1992 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 1992 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1992 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1992 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 1992 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Citroen | Morgan |
Model | DS | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 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 |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2500 mm |