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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (75 HP @ 4250 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 400 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, 1995 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
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 | 2500 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |