1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1958 Morris Minor
To start off, 1969 Citroen Ami is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor would be higher. At 994 cc (2 cylinders), 1969 Citroen Ami is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Citroen Ami (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Citroen Ami should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Minor weights approximately 55 kg more than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Because 1958 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 1958 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Citroen Ami, 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, 1969 Citroen Ami (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Citroen Ami will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 1958 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | Ami | Minor |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
