1986 Citroen C 15 vs. 1965 Morris Minor
To start off, 1986 Citroen C 15 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Morris Minor (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1986 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Morris Minor should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1965 Morris Minor.
Because 1965 Morris Minor 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 1965 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen C 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, 1965 Morris Minor (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1965 Morris Minor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen C 15 | 1965 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | C 15 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
