2006 Citroen Xsara vs. 1957 Morris Minor
To start off, 2006 Citroen Xsara is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 600 kg more than 1957 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Citroen Xsara (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen Xsara | 1957 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | Xsara | Minor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2190 mm |
