1990 Citroen AX vs. 1953 Morris Minor
To start off, 1990 Citroen AX is newer by 37 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 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen AX (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Morris Minor weights approximately 68 kg more than 1990 Citroen AX.
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, 1990 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, 1990 Citroen AX (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen AX | 1953 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | AX | Minor |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 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 |
