1974 Citroen CX vs. 1995 Morgan 4
To start off, 1995 Morgan 4 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 385 kg more than 1995 Morgan 4.
Because 1995 Morgan 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 1995 Morgan 4. 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 (161 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Morgan 4. (160 Nm). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1995 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Morgan |
| Model | CX | 4 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
