1987 Citroen AX vs. 1968 Morris Minor
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1968 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Morris Minor weights approximately 117 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
Because 1968 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 1968 Morris Minor. 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, 1968 Morris Minor (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1968 Morris Minor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1968 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | AX | Minor |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 52 L |
