2007 Citroen C5 vs. 1962 Morris 1100
To start off, 2007 Citroen C5 is newer by 45 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 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C5 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1962 Morris 1100. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C5 weights approximately 676 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, 2007 Citroen C5 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris 1100. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C5 | 1962 Morris 1100 | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | C5 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 125 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1491 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 38 L |
