1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1949 Morris Minor
To start off, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 660 kg more than 1949 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 537 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 1949 Morris Minor | |
Make | Citroen | Morris |
Model | Rally Raid | Minor |
Year Released | 1992 | 1949 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 916 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2190 mm |