1955 Citroen 15 vs. 1953 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1955 Citroen 15 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1953 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Citroen 15 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1953 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 Citroen 15, 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, 1955 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1955 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Citroen 15 | 1953 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | 15 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2470 mm |
