1972 Citroen DS vs. 1998 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1998 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen DS weights approximately 290 kg more than 1998 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1998 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 1998 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1998 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 1998 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Morgan |
| Model | DS | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2500 mm |
