2004 Citroen C4 vs. 1996 Morgan Plus 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 Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C4. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Morgan Plus 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 335 kg more than 1996 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1996 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 1996 Morgan Plus 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C4 | 1996 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Citroen | Morgan |
Model | C4 | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |