2000 Citroen C1 vs. 1960 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2000 Citroen C1 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Morgan Plus 4 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C1 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1960 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1960 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 1960 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C1, 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, 1960 Morgan Plus 4 (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1960 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C1 | 1960 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Citroen | Morgan |
Model | C1 | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |