1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1987 Morgan 4
To start off, 1987 Morgan 4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1987 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1987 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen Visa weights approximately 65 kg more than 1987 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Citroen Visa (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 1987 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Citroen | Morgan |
Model | Visa | 4 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |