1981 Citroen LN vs. 1948 Morris Six
To start off, 1981 Citroen LN is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Six would be higher. At 2,215 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Morris Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Morris Six (70 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Morris Six should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Morris Six weights approximately 514 kg more than 1981 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 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 1948 Morris Six. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1948 Morris Six (135 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1948 Morris Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 1948 Morris Six | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | LN | Six |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 40 L |
