1956 Citroen ID 19 vs. 2005 Morgan 4
To start off, 2005 Morgan 4 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen ID 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen ID 19 would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen ID 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan 4 (112 HP) has 46 more horse power than 1956 Citroen ID 19. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen ID 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen ID 19 weights approximately 354 kg more than 2005 Morgan 4.
Because 2005 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 2005 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Citroen ID 19, 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, 2005 Morgan 4 (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen ID 19. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen ID 19.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen ID 19 | 2005 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Citroen | Morgan |
Model | ID 19 | 4 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 112 HP |
Torque | 133 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |