1988 Citroen AX vs. 1958 Morris Minor
To start off, 1988 Citroen AX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen AX (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Minor weights approximately 68 kg more than 1988 Citroen AX.
Because 1958 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 1958 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Citroen AX (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 1958 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | AX | Minor |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2190 mm |
