1961 Citroen 2CV vs. 1994 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1994 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1961 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Morgan Plus 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 1994 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 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, 1994 Morgan Plus 4 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Citroen 2CV | 1994 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Citroen | Morgan |
Model | 2CV | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 10 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |