1945 Citroen 15 vs. 2002 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Citroen 15 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2002 Morgan Aero 8.
Because 2002 Morgan Aero 8 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 2002 Morgan Aero 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 Citroen 15, 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, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 (438 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Citroen 15 | 2002 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Citroen | Morgan |
| Model | 15 | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2530 mm |
