1953 Morris Oxford vs. 1973 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1973 Morris Traveller is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Morris Traveller (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1953 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Morris Traveller should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Morris Oxford weights approximately 145 kg more than 1973 Morris Traveller.
Because 1953 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 1953 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Morris Traveller, 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, 1973 Morris Traveller (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1973 Morris Traveller will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morris Oxford | 1973 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Morris | Morris |
| Model | Oxford | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1476 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.6 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2380 mm |
