1999 Citroen C 15 vs. 1965 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1999 Citroen C 15 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Morris Oxford (61 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Morris Oxford should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Morris Oxford weights approximately 185 kg more than 1999 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Morris Oxford 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 1965 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1965 Morris Oxford (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen C 15 | 1965 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Citroen | Morris |
Model | C 15 | Oxford |
Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 61 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |