1979 Citroen CX vs. 1954 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1979 Citroen CX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 473 kg more than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Citroen CX (167 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 1954 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Citroen | Morgan |
Model | CX | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |