1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1993 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1993 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP) has 57 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 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 1993 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa, 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, 1993 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 1993 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Citroen | Morgan |
Model | Visa | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1993 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 137 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |