1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1971 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1971 Morris Oxford is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Morris Oxford (60 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Morris Oxford should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Morris Oxford weights approximately 370 kg more than 1961 Austin A 40. 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, 1971 Morris Oxford (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 40 | 1971 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Austin | Morris |
| Model | A 40 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
