1983 Citroen LN vs. 1953 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1983 Citroen LN is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Morris Oxford (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1983 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Morris Oxford should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Morris Oxford weights approximately 290 kg more than 1983 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Morris Oxford. 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, 1953 Morris Oxford (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen LN | 1953 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | LN | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 40 L |
