1959 Morris Oxford vs. 1990 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 309 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Peugeot 309 (78 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morris Oxford weights approximately 130 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 309.
Because 1959 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 1959 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 309, 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, 1990 Peugeot 309 (159 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Morris Oxford | 1990 Peugeot 309 | |
Make | Morris | Peugeot |
Model | Oxford | 309 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2480 mm |