1964 Austin A 90 vs. 1949 Morris Oxford

To start off, 1964 Austin A 90 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1949 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 90 weights approximately 572 kg more than 1949 Morris Oxford. 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, 1964 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Oxford.

Compare all specifications:

1964 Austin A 90 1949 Morris Oxford
Make Austin Morris
Model A 90 Oxford
Year Released 1964 1949
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2912 cc 1476 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 120 HP 40 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 221 Nm 88 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83.4 mm 73.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.9 mm 87 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1572 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 4220 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1580 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 34 L 40 L


 

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