1968 Morris Oxford vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1972 Simca 1000 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Morris Oxford (60 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Morris Oxford should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Morris Oxford weights approximately 359 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Morris Oxford (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Morris Oxford | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Morris | Simca |
| Model | Oxford | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 43 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2230 mm |
