1996 Citroen Saxo vs. 2002 Morgan 4
To start off, 2002 Morgan 4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Saxo would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Saxo (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 2002 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Morgan 4 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1996 Citroen Saxo.
Because 2002 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 2002 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Saxo, 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, 2002 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2002 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Saxo | 2002 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Morgan |
| Model | Saxo | 4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2450 mm |
