1961 Morris Oxford vs. 1988 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1988 Subaru Leone is newer by 27 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Subaru Leone (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1961 Morris Oxford. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Morris Oxford weights approximately 165 kg more than 1988 Subaru Leone.
Because 1961 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 1961 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Subaru Leone, 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, 1988 Subaru Leone (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Oxford. (87 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1988 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Morris Oxford | 1988 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Morris | Subaru |
| Model | Oxford | Leone |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
