1974 Citroen GS 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 GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen GS would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen GS weights approximately 10 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 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, 1995 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen GS | 1995 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Citroen | Morgan |
Model | GS | 4 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |