1988 Citroen C 15 vs. 2004 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 (322 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1988 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 287 kg more than 1988 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Morgan Aero 8 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 2004 Morgan Aero 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen C 15 | 2004 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Citroen | Morgan |
| Model | C 15 | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
