1950 Morris Oxford vs. 1965 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1965 Steyr Haflinger is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Morris Oxford (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Morris Oxford should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Morris Oxford weights approximately 402 kg more than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Steyr Haflinger will offer significantly more control. 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, 1950 Morris Oxford (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1950 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Morris Oxford | 1965 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Morris | Steyr |
| Model | Oxford | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1476 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 1510 mm |
