1979 Citroen GSA vs. 1992 Morgan 4
To start off, 1992 Morgan 4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen GSA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen GSA would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Morgan 4 (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (63 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen GSA weights approximately 75 kg more than 1992 Morgan 4.
Because 1992 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 1992 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Citroen GSA, 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, 1992 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen GSA | 1992 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Citroen | Morgan |
Model | GSA | 4 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |