1955 Morris Oxford vs. 1961 MG MGA
To start off, 1961 MG MGA is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 MG MGA (106 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Morris Oxford weights approximately 185 kg more than 1961 MG MGA.
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, 1961 MG MGA (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1961 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Morris Oxford | 1961 MG MGA | |
Make | Morris | MG |
Model | Oxford | MGA |
Year Released | 1955 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2390 mm |