2001 Morgan 4 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 284 kg more than 2001 Morgan 4.
Because 2001 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 2001 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Citi, 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, 2001 Morgan 4 (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (108 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Morgan 4 | 2006 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Morgan | Volkswagen |
| Model | 4 | Citi |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1423 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 49 L |
