2005 Citroen C vs. 1954 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2005 Citroen C is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Morgan Plus 4 (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C weights approximately 300 kg more than 1954 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1954 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 1954 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C, 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, 1954 Morgan Plus 4 (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1954 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C | 1954 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Morgan |
| Model | C | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2440 mm |
