1991 Citroen BX vs. 1957 Morris Minor
To start off, 1991 Citroen BX is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen BX (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen BX weights approximately 75 kg more than 1957 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Citroen BX (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen BX | 1957 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | BX | Minor |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
