1971 Citroen Dyane vs. 1955 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1971 Citroen Dyane is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Morgan Plus 4 (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1971 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1971 Citroen Dyane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Citroen Dyane, 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, 1955 Morgan Plus 4 (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen Dyane | 1955 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Morgan |
| Model | Dyane | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
