2004 Citroen C4 vs. 1956 Morris Minor
To start off, 2004 Citroen C4 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C4 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C4 weights approximately 449 kg more than 1956 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C4, 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, 2004 Citroen C4 (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C4 | 1956 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | C4 | Minor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2190 mm |
