1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1998 Morgan 4
To start off, 1998 Morgan 4 is newer by 14 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen Visa weights approximately 10 kg more than 1998 Morgan 4.
Because 1998 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 1998 Morgan 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, 1998 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 1998 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Morgan |
| Model | Visa | 4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
