1954 Morris Minor vs. 1989 Citroen XM
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 512 kg more than 1954 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM, 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, 1989 Citroen XM (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Morris Minor | 1989 Citroen XM | |
Make | Morris | Citroen |
Model | Minor | XM |
Year Released | 1954 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 801 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1337 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2750 mm |