2007 Citroen C6 vs. 1949 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2007 Citroen C6 is newer by 58 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C6 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1949 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C6 weights approximately 895 kg more than 1949 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Citroen C6, 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, 2007 Citroen C6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C6 | 1949 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | C6 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |
