1975 Audi 80 vs. 1950 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1975 Audi 80 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Audi 80 (110 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1950 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Morris Oxford weights approximately 90 kg more than 1975 Audi 80.
Because 1950 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 1950 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Audi 80, 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, 1975 Audi 80 (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1975 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 1950 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Audi | Morris |
| Model | 80 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
