1990 Citroen C 15 vs. 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 1990 Citroen C 15 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1990 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Because 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen C 15 | 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
Make | Citroen | Morgan |
Model | C 15 | Plus 4 Plus |
Year Released | 1990 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 2138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |