1991 Citroen ZX vs. 1990 Morgan 4
To start off, 1991 Citroen ZX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Morgan 4 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1991 Citroen ZX. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Morgan 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 170 kg more than 1990 Morgan 4.
Because 1990 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 1990 Morgan 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, 1990 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 1990 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Morgan |
| Model | ZX | 4 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
