1949 Citroen 11 vs. 1949 Morris Oxford
To start off, both 1949 Citroen 11 and 1949 Morris Oxford were released in the same year (1949). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Citroen 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Citroen 11 (55 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1949 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Citroen 11 should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Citroen 11 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1949 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 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 1949 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 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:
| 1949 Citroen 11 | 1949 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | 11 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2470 mm |
