1950 Morris Oxford vs. 1970 Subaru FF-1
To start off, 1970 Subaru FF-1 is newer by 20 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, 1970 Subaru FF-1 (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1950 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Subaru FF-1 should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Morris Oxford weights approximately 242 kg more than 1970 Subaru FF-1.
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, 1970 Subaru FF-1, 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, 1970 Subaru FF-1 (103 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1970 Subaru FF-1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Morris Oxford | 1970 Subaru FF-1 | |
| Make | Morris | Subaru |
| Model | Oxford | FF-1 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1476 cc | 1267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 60 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2430 mm |
