1944 Citroen 15 vs. 1974 Morris 1800
To start off, 1974 Morris 1800 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1944 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Morris 1800 (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Morris 1800 should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Citroen 15 weights approximately 119 kg more than 1974 Morris 1800.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1944 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Morris 1800. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1944 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Morris 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Citroen 15 | 1974 Morris 1800 | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | 15 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1944 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2700 mm |
