1974 Citroen CX vs. 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 1974 Citroen CX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 580 kg more than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Because 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX, 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, 1974 Citroen CX (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
Make | Citroen | Morgan |
Model | CX | Plus 4 Plus |
Year Released | 1974 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3350 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2450 mm |