1952 Citroen 15 vs. 2005 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 (321 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1952 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1952 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Citroen 15 weights approximately 194 kg more than 2005 Morgan Aero 8.
Because 2005 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 2005 Morgan Aero 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1952 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, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Citroen 15 | 2005 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Citroen | Morgan |
| Model | 15 | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 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 | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2530 mm |
