1978 Citroen LN vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1978 Citroen LN is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Morris Oxford (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Morris Oxford should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morris Oxford weights approximately 410 kg more than 1978 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Morris Oxford 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 1959 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Citroen LN, 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, 1959 Morris Oxford (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen LN | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Citroen | Morris |
Model | LN | Oxford |
Year Released | 1978 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2530 mm |