1974 Citroen CX vs. 1962 Morris Minor
To start off, 1974 Citroen CX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1962 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 660 kg more than 1962 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX, 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, 1974 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1962 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | CX | Minor |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2190 mm |
