2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus

To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 255 kg more than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.

Because 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Citroen Xsara 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
Make Citroen Morgan
Model Xsara Plus 4 Plus
Year Released 2005 1966
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1360 cc 2138 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 74 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4750 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 3350 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 825 kg
Vehicle Length 4380 mm 3870 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2450 mm


 

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