1945 Citroen 15 vs. 1967 Morris Minor
To start off, 1967 Morris Minor is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1945 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1945 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1967 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1945 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Citroen 15 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1967 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Morris Minor 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 1967 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 Citroen 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, 1945 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1945 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1945 Citroen 15 | 1967 Morris Minor | |
Make | Citroen | Morris |
Model | 15 | Minor |
Year Released | 1945 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2190 mm |