1957 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1956 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1957 Austin-Healey 100 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin-Healey 100 (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1956 Morris Oxford. (52 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 53 kg more than 1956 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1957 Austin-Healey 100 (143 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm). This means 1957 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey 100 | 1956 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Morris |
| Model | 100 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 119 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2470 mm |
