1974 Citroen GS vs. 1953 Morris Six
To start off, 1974 Citroen GS is newer by 21 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 12 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Morris Six should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Morris Six weights approximately 280 kg more than 1974 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Morris Six 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 1953 Morris Six. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen GS, 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, 1953 Morris Six (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1953 Morris Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1953 Morris Six | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | GS | Six |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1222 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 40 L |
