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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 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 742 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 (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 47 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. 1993 Citroen Xantia has automatic transmission and 1959 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1959 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Citroen Xantia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 1998 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |