1957 Citroen 15 vs. 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen 15 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Because 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 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, 1957 Citroen 15 (187 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm). This means 1957 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Citroen 15 | 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
Make | Citroen | Morgan |
Model | 15 | Plus 4 Plus |
Year Released | 1957 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 174 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2450 mm |