1954 Morris Oxford vs. 1980 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 1980 Seat Ritmo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Seat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Seat Ritmo (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1954 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Seat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Morris Oxford weights approximately 40 kg more than 1980 Seat Ritmo.
Because 1954 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 1954 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Seat Ritmo, 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, 1980 Seat Ritmo (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1980 Seat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Morris Oxford | 1980 Seat Ritmo | |
Make | Morris | Seat |
Model | Oxford | Ritmo |
Year Released | 1954 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1476 cc | 1714 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |