1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1972 Morgan 4
To start off, 1972 Morgan 4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Morgan 4 weights approximately 165 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 1972 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 1972 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, 1972 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 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 | 1972 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Citroen | Morgan |
Model | 2CV | 4 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 10 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |