1953 Morris Oxford vs. 1985 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 205 is newer by 32 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 1,773 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 205 (335 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1953 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Morris Oxford weights approximately 60 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 205.
Because 1985 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 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, 1985 Peugeot 205 (400 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Morris Oxford | 1985 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Morris | Peugeot |
Model | Oxford | 205 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1476 cc | 1773 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 110 L |