1960 Citroen 2CV vs. 1953 Morris Six
To start off, 1960 Citroen 2CV is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Six would be higher. At 2,215 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Morris Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Morris Six (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Morris Six should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Morris Six weights approximately 485 kg more than 1960 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Morris Six. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Citroen 2CV will offer significantly more control. 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, 1953 Morris Six (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1953 Morris Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen 2CV | 1953 Morris Six | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | 2CV | Six |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 40 L |
