1950 Morris Minor vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C4 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1950 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 547 kg more than 1950 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 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 1950 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Citroen C4 (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Morris Minor | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Morris | Citroen |
Model | Minor | C4 |
Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 918 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1337 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 |