2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1953 Morris Six
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Six would be higher. At 2,215 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Morris Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 70 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Morris Six weights approximately 110 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Because 1953 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 1953 Morris Six. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara, 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, 1953 Morris Six (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1953 Morris Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1953 Morris Six | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | Xsara | Six |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2800 mm |
