1987 Citroen C 15 vs. 1962 Morris 1100
To start off, 1987 Citroen C 15 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morris 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morris 1100 would be higher. At 1,096 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Morris 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Morris 1100 (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1987 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Morris 1100 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 30 kg more than 1962 Morris 1100.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1962 Morris 1100 (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1962 Morris 1100 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 | 1962 Morris 1100 | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | C 15 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1096 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 | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 38 L |
