2004 Citroen C 15 vs. 1990 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2004 Citroen C 15 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1990 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1990 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 1990 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C 15. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C 15 | 1990 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Morgan |
| Model | C 15 | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |
