1977 Citroen CX vs. 1949 Morris Minor
To start off, 1977 Citroen CX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Citroen CX (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Citroen CX weights approximately 475 kg more than 1949 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 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 1949 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1977 Citroen CX (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Citroen CX | 1949 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | CX | Minor |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 916 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2190 mm |
