1988 Citroen Visa vs. 2003 Morgan 4
To start off, 2003 Morgan 4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Morgan 4 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1988 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2003 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen Visa | 2003 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Citroen | Morgan |
Model | Visa | 4 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |