1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1958 Morgan 4
To start off, 1959 Citroen 2CV is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Morgan 4 (33 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (13 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morgan 4 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1959 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Citroen 2CV, 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, 1958 Morgan 4 (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen 2CV | 1958 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Citroen | Morgan |
Model | 2CV | 4 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 13 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |