1948 Citroen 11 vs. 1948 Morris Minor
To start off, both 1948 Citroen 11 and 1948 Morris Minor were released in the same year (1948). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Citroen 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Citroen 11 (55 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1948 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Citroen 11 should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Citroen 11 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1948 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 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 1948 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Citroen 11, 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.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Citroen 11 | 1948 Morris Minor | |
Make | Citroen | Morris |
Model | 11 | Minor |
Year Released | 1948 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 918 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2190 mm |