1984 Citroen BX vs. 1967 Morris Minor
To start off, 1984 Citroen BX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen BX (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1967 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen BX weights approximately 90 kg more than 1967 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen BX, 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, 1984 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 1967 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | BX | Minor |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
