1961 Citroen Ami vs. 1955 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1961 Citroen Ami is newer by 6 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, 1955 Morris Oxford (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Morris Oxford should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Morris Oxford weights approximately 465 kg more than 1961 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1961 Citroen Ami, 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen Ami | 1955 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | Ami | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
