1998 Citroen AX vs. 1950 Morris Six
To start off, 1998 Citroen AX is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Six would be higher. At 2,215 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Morris Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Morris Six (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1998 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Morris Six should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Morris Six weights approximately 556 kg more than 1998 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Morris Six 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 1950 Morris Six. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1950 Morris Six (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1950 Morris Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen AX | 1950 Morris Six | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | AX | Six |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2800 mm |
