1963 Citroen Ami vs. 1994 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1994 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1963 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Citroen Ami, 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, 1994 Morgan Plus 4 (178 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1994 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Citroen Ami | 1994 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Citroen | Morgan |
Model | Ami | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 600 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 178 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2500 mm |