1985 Citroen Axel vs. 1954 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1985 Citroen Axel is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Morgan Plus 4 (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1985 Citroen Axel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Axel, 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, 1954 Morgan Plus 4 (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Axel | 1954 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Morgan |
| Model | Axel | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |
