1982 Citroen BX vs. 1980 Morgan 4
To start off, 1982 Citroen BX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1982 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Citroen BX weights approximately 326 kg more than 1980 Morgan 4.
Because 1980 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 1980 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Citroen BX, 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, 1980 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen BX. (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen BX | 1980 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Morgan |
| Model | BX | 4 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 986 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
