1965 Citroen DS vs. 1950 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1965 Citroen DS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1950 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Citroen DS weights approximately 448 kg more than 1950 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 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 1950 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Citroen DS, 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, 1965 Citroen DS (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1965 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Citroen DS | 1950 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | DS | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 40 L |
