1967 Morris Mini Moke vs. 1954 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1967 Morris Mini Moke is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Morris Oxford (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1967 Morris Mini Moke. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Morris Oxford should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris Mini Moke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Morris Oxford weights approximately 431 kg more than 1967 Morris Mini Moke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Morris Mini Moke, 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, 1954 Morris Oxford (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris Mini Moke. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1954 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris Mini Moke.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Morris Mini Moke | 1954 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Morris | Morris |
| Model | Mini Moke | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2470 mm |
