1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1999 Morgan 4
To start off, 1999 Morgan 4 is newer by 40 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Morgan 4 weights approximately 145 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 1959 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1999 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Citroen | Morgan |
Model | 2CV | 4 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 850 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 50 L |