1972 Citroen GS vs. 1956 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1972 Citroen GS is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,087 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Morgan Plus 4 (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen GS weights approximately 128 kg more than 1956 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1956 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 1956 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Citroen GS, 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, 1956 Morgan Plus 4 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen GS | 1956 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Citroen | Morgan |
Model | GS | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1015 cc | 2087 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2440 mm |