1948 Citroen 15 vs. 1972 Morris 1800
To start off, 1972 Morris 1800 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Morris 1800 (108 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Morris 1800 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Citroen 15 weights approximately 136 kg more than 1972 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, 1948 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Morris 1800. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1948 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Morris 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Citroen 15 | 1972 Morris 1800 | |
Make | Citroen | Morris |
Model | 15 | 1800 |
Year Released | 1948 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2227 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1190 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 |