1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 1959 Morgan 4
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 39 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1959 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 390 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, 1998 Citroen Xsara, 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, 1998 Citroen Xsara (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 1959 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Citroen | Morgan |
Model | Xsara | 4 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |