1976 Citroen CX vs. 1960 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1976 Citroen CX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1960 Morgan Plus 4. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1960 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 440 kg more than 1960 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Morgan Plus 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 1960 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1960 Morgan Plus 4 (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1960 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Morgan |
| Model | CX | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2440 mm |
