1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100
To start off, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 688 kg more than 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 | |
Make | Citroen | Morgan |
Model | Rally Raid | 4 Plus 2100 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2440 mm |