1961 Austin A 60 vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1961 Austin A 60 is newer by 2 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 1,621 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Austin A 60 (60 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin A 60 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford.
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, 1961 Austin A 60 (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1961 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 60 | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Austin | Morris |
Model | A 60 | Oxford |
Year Released | 1961 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1621 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 51 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |