1955 Morris Oxford vs. 1996 Ford Aspire
To start off, 1996 Ford Aspire is newer by 41 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Aspire (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Aspire should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Morris Oxford weights approximately 155 kg more than 1996 Ford Aspire.
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, 1996 Ford Aspire, 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 Morris Oxford (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1955 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Morris Oxford | 1996 Ford Aspire | |
Make | Morris | Ford |
Model | Oxford | Aspire |
Year Released | 1955 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2310 mm |