1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1953 Morris Six
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Six would be higher. At 2,215 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Morris Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Visa (80 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1953 Morris Six. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Morris Six weights approximately 390 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Because 1953 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 1953 Morris Six. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa, 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 Six (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1953 Morris Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 1953 Morris Six | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | Visa | Six |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2800 mm |
