2004 Citroen C4 vs. 1996 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 Citroen C4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C4. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C4 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1996 Morgan 4.
Because 1996 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 1996 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C4, 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, 2004 Citroen C4 (216 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C4 | 1996 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Morgan |
| Model | C4 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
