1976 Chrysler 1609 vs. 1970 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1976 Chrysler 1609 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler 1609 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler 1609 (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1970 Morris Oxford. (61 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler 1609 should accelerate faster than 1970 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Morris Oxford weights approximately 30 kg more than 1976 Chrysler 1609.
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, 1976 Chrysler 1609 (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler 1609 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler 1609 | 1970 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Chrysler | Morris |
| Model | 1609 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1812 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
