2000 Citroen C1 vs. 1962 Morris 1100
To start off, 2000 Citroen C1 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morris 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morris 1100 would be higher. At 1,096 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Morris 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1962 Morris 1100. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C1 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1962 Morris 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Citroen C1 (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris 1100. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C1 | 1962 Morris 1100 | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | C1 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 125 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 38 L |
