1949 Morris Minor vs. 2007 Citroen C4
To start off, 2007 Citroen C4 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C4 (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 466 kg more than 1949 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 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 1949 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4, 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, 2007 Citroen C4 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Morris Minor | 2007 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Morris | Citroen |
| Model | Minor | C4 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 916 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2610 mm |
