1998 Citroen Xantia vs. 1949 Morris Minor
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xantia is newer by 49 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 380 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.
Because 1949 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 1949 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xantia, 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, 1998 Citroen Xantia (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xantia | 1949 Morris Minor | |
Make | Citroen | Morris |
Model | Xantia | Minor |
Year Released | 1998 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 916 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2190 mm |