1999 Citroen XM vs. 1949 Morris Minor
To start off, 1999 Citroen XM is newer by 50 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen XM weights approximately 490 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, 1999 Citroen XM, 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 XM (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen XM | 1949 Morris Minor | |
Make | Citroen | Morris |
Model | XM | Minor |
Year Released | 1999 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 916 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2190 mm |