1986 Citroen BX vs. 1990 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen BX weights approximately 70 kg more than 1990 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1990 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 1990 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1990 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Morgan |
| Model | BX | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
