1968 Audi 100 vs. 1958 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1968 Audi 100 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,760 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Audi 100 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1958 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Audi 100 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1958 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, 1968 Audi 100 (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Audi 100 | 1958 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Audi | Morris |
Model | 100 | Oxford |
Year Released | 1968 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1760 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |