1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1955 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 95 kg more than 1955 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, 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1955 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Morris |
Model | 3000 Mk III | Oxford |
Year Released | 1966 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2470 mm |