1992 Citroen ZX vs. 1956 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1992 Citroen ZX is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,087 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen ZX (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1956 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1956 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen ZX weights approximately 388 kg more than 1956 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Citroen ZX (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morgan Plus 4. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen ZX | 1956 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Morgan |
| Model | ZX | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2087 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
