1954 Morris Minor vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 57 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C3 weights approximately 583 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, 2011 Citroen C3, 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, 2011 Citroen C3 (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Morris Minor | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Morris | Citroen |
Model | Minor | C3 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 801 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1408 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2550 mm |