1948 Morris Oxford vs. 1973 Simca 1100
To start off, 1973 Simca 1100 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Simca 1100 (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1948 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Morris Oxford weights approximately 90 kg more than 1973 Simca 1100.
Because 1948 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 1948 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Simca 1100, 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, 1948 Morris Oxford (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1948 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Morris Oxford | 1973 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Morris | Simca |
| Model | Oxford | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1474 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 47 L |
