1985 Citroen BX vs. 1953 Morris Minor
To start off, 1985 Citroen BX is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen BX (58 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen BX weights approximately 165 kg more than 1953 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 1953 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | BX | Minor |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2190 mm |
