1979 Citroen CX vs. 1968 Morris Mini Moke
To start off, 1979 Citroen CX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Mini Moke. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Mini Moke would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1968 Morris Mini Moke. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Mini Moke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 615 kg more than 1968 Morris Mini Moke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Citroen CX (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Mini Moke. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Mini Moke.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1968 Morris Mini Moke | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | CX | Mini Moke |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 29 L |
