1979 Citroen CX vs. 1989 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1989 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 345 kg more than 1989 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1989 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 1989 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, 1989 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 1989 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Citroen | Morgan |
Model | CX | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2500 mm |