2001 Citroen C3 vs. 1949 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2001 Citroen C3 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1949 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Morris Oxford weights approximately 10 kg more than 2001 Citroen C3.
Because 1949 Morris Oxford 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 Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C3, 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, 2001 Citroen C3 (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 1949 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | C3 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
