1971 Citroen Ami vs. 1956 Morris Minor
To start off, 1971 Citroen Ami is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Morris Minor (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1971 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Morris Minor should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Morris Minor weights approximately 65 kg more than 1971 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1956 Morris Minor (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Morris Minor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Citroen Ami | 1956 Morris Minor | |
Make | Citroen | Morris |
Model | Ami | Minor |
Year Released | 1971 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2190 mm |