1983 Citroen LN vs. 1949 Morris Minor
To start off, 1983 Citroen LN is newer by 34 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 916 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen LN (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen LN should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Morris Minor weights approximately 80 kg more than 1983 Citroen LN.
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, 1983 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, 1949 Morris Minor (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1949 Morris Minor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen LN | 1949 Morris Minor | |
Make | Citroen | Morris |
Model | LN | Minor |
Year Released | 1983 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 916 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2190 mm |