1986 Citroen C 15 vs. 1996 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1996 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1986 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1986 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Morgan Plus 4 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 1996 Morgan Plus 4. 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, 1996 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Morgan Plus 4 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 | 1996 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Citroen | Morgan |
Model | C 15 | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2500 mm |