1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 1990 Morgan 4
To start off, 1995 Citroen Xantia is newer by 5 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 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Xantia (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Morgan 4. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1990 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 440 kg more than 1990 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 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, 1995 Citroen Xantia (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Citroen Xantia | 1990 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Citroen | Morgan |
Model | Xantia | 4 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1762 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |