1954 Morris Oxford vs. 1985 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1985 Opel Ascona is newer by 31 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, 1985 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1954 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Morris Oxford weights approximately 165 kg more than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Morris Oxford (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1954 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Morris Oxford | 1985 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Morris | Opel |
| Model | Oxford | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
