1959 Morgan 4 vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1959 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 1186 kg more than 1959 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C5, 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, 2010 Citroen C5 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan 4. 2010 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 1959 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1959 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Morgan 4 | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Morgan | Citroen |
| Model | 4 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2820 mm |
