2007 Citroen C2 vs. 1990 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2007 Citroen C2 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C2. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C2 weights approximately 76 kg more than 1990 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1990 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 1990 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C2, 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, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1990 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C2 | 1990 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Morgan |
| Model | C2 | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1994 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2500 mm |
