1979 Citroen GSA vs. 1997 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1997 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 18 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Because 1997 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 1997 Morgan Plus 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, 1997 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen GSA | 1997 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Citroen | Morgan |
Model | GSA | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2500 mm |