1955 Morris Oxford vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 306 is newer by 39 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 306 (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Morris Oxford weights approximately 25 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 306.
Because 1955 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 1955 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Peugeot 306 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Morris Oxford | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Morris | Peugeot |
| Model | Oxford | 306 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |
