1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1954 Morris Minor
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 643 kg more than 1954 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Citroen Xantia (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xantia | 1954 Morris Minor | |
Make | Citroen | Morris |
Model | Xantia | Minor |
Year Released | 1999 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2945 cc | 801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1468 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2190 mm |