1955 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1954 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 is newer by 1 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 2,658 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 (132 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1954 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Morris Oxford weights approximately 149 kg more than 1955 Austin-Healey 100.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 (228 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin-Healey 100 | 1954 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Morris |
Model | 100 | Oxford |
Year Released | 1955 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2658 cc | 1476 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 851 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 109 L | 40 L |