1950 Morris Oxford vs. 1967 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1967 NSU Ro 80 is newer by 17 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 2,390 cc, 1967 NSU Ro 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 NSU Ro 80 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1950 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 208 kg more than 1950 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 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 1950 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 NSU Ro 80, 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, 1967 NSU Ro 80 (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1967 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Morris Oxford | 1967 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Morris | NSU |
| Model | Oxford | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1476 cc | 2390 cc |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 37 L |
