1994 Citroen AX vs. 1970 Morris Minor
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,527 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen AX (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1970 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1970 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Morris Minor weights approximately 10 kg more than 1994 Citroen AX.
Because 1970 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 1970 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Citroen AX (96 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1970 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | AX | Minor |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
