1954 Morris Oxford vs. 1995 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 306 is newer by 41 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 306 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1954 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1954 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Peugeot 306, 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, 1995 Peugeot 306 (163 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Morris Oxford | 1995 Peugeot 306 | |
Make | Morris | Peugeot |
Model | Oxford | 306 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |