1958 Citroen 2CV vs. 1973 Morgan 4
To start off, 1973 Morgan 4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Citroen 2CV weights approximately 75 kg more than 1973 Morgan 4.
Because 1958 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Citroen 2CV will offer significantly more control. 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, 1973 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Citroen 2CV | 1973 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Morgan |
| Model | 2CV | 4 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
