1987 Citroen AX vs. 1948 Morris Six
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Six would be higher. At 2,215 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Morris Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Morris Six (70 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Morris Six should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Morris Six weights approximately 502 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 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 1948 Morris Six. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX, 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, 1948 Morris Six (135 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1948 Morris Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1948 Morris Six | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | AX | Six |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
