1950 Morris Oxford vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1972 Simca 1000 is newer by 22 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, 1972 Simca 1000 (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1950 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Morris Oxford weights approximately 142 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Simca 1000 (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Simca 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Morris Oxford | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Morris | Simca |
| Model | Oxford | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1476 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2230 mm |
