1955 Morris Minor vs. 2000 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 313 kg more than 1955 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara, 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, 2000 Citroen Xsara (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (55 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Morris Minor | 2000 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Morris | Citroen |
| Model | Minor | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1587 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 | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1138 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 47 L |
