2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1990 Morgan 4
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 10 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Morgan 4 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 285 kg more than 1990 Morgan 4.
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, 2000 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, 1990 Morgan 4 (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1990 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Morgan |
| Model | Xsara | 4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
