1961 Morris Oxford vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1972 Simca 1000 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,620 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Morris Oxford (60 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Morris Oxford should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Morris Oxford weights approximately 270 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Morris Oxford (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1961 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Morris Oxford | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Morris | Simca |
| Model | Oxford | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1620 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2230 mm |
