1949 Morris Oxford vs. 1963 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1963 Steyr 650T is newer by 14 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 1,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Morris Oxford (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Morris Oxford should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Morris Oxford weights approximately 500 kg more than 1963 Steyr 650T. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1949 Morris Oxford (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1949 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Morris Oxford | 1963 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Morris | Steyr |
| Model | Oxford | 650T |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 1476 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 1850 mm |
