1974 Citroen CX vs. 1961 Morris Minor
To start off, 1974 Citroen CX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1961 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 580 kg more than 1961 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX, 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, 1974 Citroen CX (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1961 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | CX | Minor |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.2:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2190 mm |
