1955 Morris Oxford vs. 2010 Citroen C1
To start off, 2010 Citroen C1 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Morris Oxford weights approximately 220 kg more than 2010 Citroen C1.
Because 1955 Morris Oxford 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 Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C1, 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, 1955 Morris Oxford (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1955 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Morris Oxford | 2010 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Morris | Citroen |
| Model | Oxford | C1 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2350 mm |
