2008 Citroen C3 vs. 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C3 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Because 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C3, 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, 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C3 | 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
| Make | Citroen | Morgan |
| Model | C3 | Plus 4 Plus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
