1987 Citroen C 15 vs. 1954 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1987 Citroen C 15 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Morgan Plus 4 (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1987 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1954 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1954 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 1954 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1954 Morgan Plus 4 (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1954 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen C 15 | 1954 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Citroen | Morgan |
Model | C 15 | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2440 mm |