2008 Citroen Picasso vs. 1996 Morgan 4
To start off, 2008 Citroen Picasso is newer by 12 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (94 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 435 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, 2008 Citroen Picasso, 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, 1996 Morgan 4 (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Picasso | 1996 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Morgan |
| Model | Picasso | 4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
