1991 Citroen ZX vs. 1988 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1991 Citroen ZX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1991 Citroen ZX. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen ZX weights approximately 180 kg more than 1988 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1988 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 1988 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Citroen ZX, 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, 1988 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (160 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1988 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 1988 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Morgan |
| Model | ZX | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
