1963 Morris Minor vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C4 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1963 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1963 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 507 kg more than 1963 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4, 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, 2012 Citroen C4 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Morris Minor | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Morris | Citroen |
| Model | Minor | C4 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
