1991 Citroen BX vs. 1989 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1991 Citroen BX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1991 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen BX weights approximately 10 kg more than 1989 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1989 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 1989 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1989 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Citroen BX | 1989 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Citroen | Morgan |
Model | BX | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 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 |