1971 Morris Oxford vs. 1954 Porsche 356
To start off, 1971 Morris Oxford is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Porsche 356 (110 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1971 Morris Oxford. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Morris Oxford weights approximately 350 kg more than 1954 Porsche 356.
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, 1954 Porsche 356 (133 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1954 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Morris Oxford | 1954 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Morris | Porsche |
| Model | Oxford | 356 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 79 L |
