1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1959 Morgan 4
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1959 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 586 kg more than 1959 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia, 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 Citroen Xantia (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 1959 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Citroen | Morgan |
Model | Xantia | 4 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |