1976 Citroen CX vs. 1988 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1988 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,345 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 381 kg more than 1988 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1988 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 1988 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, 1976 Citroen CX (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1988 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Morgan |
| Model | CX | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2345 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2500 mm |
