1974 Citroen SM vs. 1994 Morgan 4
To start off, 1994 Morgan 4 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen SM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen SM would be higher. At 2,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Citroen SM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen SM (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1994 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 1994 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen SM weights approximately 480 kg more than 1994 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen SM, 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 SM (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen SM | 1994 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Morgan |
| Model | SM | 4 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2670 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 50 L |
