1954 Morris Oxford vs. 1981 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1981 Subaru Leone is newer by 27 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Subaru Leone (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1954 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Morris Oxford weights approximately 265 kg more than 1981 Subaru Leone.
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, 1981 Subaru Leone, 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, 1954 Morris Oxford (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1954 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Morris Oxford | 1981 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Morris | Subaru |
| Model | Oxford | Leone |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2390 mm |
