1989 Citroen AX vs. 1993 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1993 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1989 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 198 kg more than 1989 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 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 1993 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Citroen AX, 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, 1993 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1993 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen AX | 1993 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Citroen | Morgan |
Model | AX | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 952 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2500 mm |