1964 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1953 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1953 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Morris Oxford weights approximately 286 kg more than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite.
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, 1953 Morris Oxford (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1953 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite | 1953 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Morris |
| Model | Sprite | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 40 L |
