1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1956 Morris Minor
To start off, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 660 kg more than 1956 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, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 522 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 1956 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | Rally Raid | Minor |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 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 |
