1990 Citroen BX vs. 1969 Morris Minor
To start off, 1990 Citroen BX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1969 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1969 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen BX weights approximately 105 kg more than 1969 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 1969 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | BX | Minor |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 52 L |
