1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 2004 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 Morgan 4 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen Bijou. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen Bijou would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Morgan 4 weights approximately 316 kg more than 1960 Citroen Bijou. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Citroen Bijou, 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, 2004 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen Bijou | 2004 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Citroen | Morgan |
Model | Bijou | 4 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 424 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 50 L |