1947 Allard K1 vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1959 Morris Oxford is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Allard K1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Allard K1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1947 Allard K1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Allard K1 (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1947 Allard K1 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morris Oxford weights approximately 53 kg more than 1947 Allard K1.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1947 Allard K1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1947 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1947 Allard K1 | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Allard | Morris |
Model | K1 | Oxford |
Year Released | 1947 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |